Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie Divorce: Actor Allegedly Skipped BAFTA 2020 To Fix Relationship With Maddox

The strained relationship between Brad Pitt and Maddox Jolie-Pitt is said to be one of the many reasons why Angelina Jolie decided to file for divorce from the “Troy” actor. The father-and-son duo, reportedly, had a confrontation on the family’s private plane in 2016 and Pitt was, later, investigated for child abuse. Reports have it that Maddox intervened when his parents were arguing at the time of the incident.

After almost three years of having no contact with each other, Brad and Maddox are said to be repairing their relationship already. In fact, actress Margot Robbie, recently, revealed that the “Fight Club” star had to skip the 2020 EE British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA Film Awards) because of a “family obligation.”

The Australian star-film producer did not disclose any other details about it. However, numerous publications claimed it has something to do with Brad Pitt meeting Maddox, who was on a winter break from South Korea’s Yonsei University.

“Brad dropped everything when he heard Maddox was open to seeing him. This is what he’s been hoping for. He never pushed the issue, but he let Maddox come to him when he was ready,” a source told OK! Magazine USA. “Maddox’s change of heart in regard to his dad was gradual. A semester in school and being around his peers had a lot to do with it. “A few of his friends encouraged him to reach out, so he did,” it went on.

The same tipster claimed that Brad Pitt and Maddox Jolie-Pitt’s reunion was “awkward” but Angelina Jolie’s son was quick to warm up to his father. The “Ad Astra” star, reportedly, thinks their get-together went very well and is hoping that their communication will continue even after that. As for the “Salt” actress, she is, reportedly, still not on great terms with Brad but she is allowing Maddox to do what he wants to do since he is an adult now.

Insiders revealed to The Sun that Brad, indeed, reconnected with Maddox in January. “Maddox gave Brad the chance to talk and he dropped ­ everything,” the informant claimed. “Being a father is the most important thing in [Brad’ s] life and he would do anything to repair their relationship,” it continued.

While these reports could be true, it should be noted that neither Brad Pitt nor Angelina Jolie has confirmed anything as of yet. Hence, avid followers of the “Mr. & Mrs. Smith” stars must take these speculations lightly until everything is proven true and correct.