Brad Pitt reveals for the first time the reason for his breakup with Angelina.

In a recent interview, Brad Pitt admitted that his relationship with Angelina Jolie broke down due to his addiction to alcohol and cigarettes.

This is the first time Brad Pitt has openly shared with the public about his divorce from Angelina Jolie. In an interview with GQ Style, the 53-year-old actor admitted that the reason for the breakdown of their marriage was his addiction to alcohol and cigarettes.

For a long time, alcohol and cigarettes eroded his emotions and distanced him from his family members. Only after Angelina and the children left did Brad Pitt come to his senses and begin to quit drinking and seek psychological treatment.

Brad Pitt in a new photoshoot for GQ. (Photo: GQ)

The actor shared: “I’ve just started treatment. It took two therapists before I found the right one who could stop me from drinking. I love wine, and my tolerance for alcohol could knock out a Russian with vodka. I’m a professional. I’m a very good drinker.”

During his college years, Brad Pitt drank and smoked heavily, but he quit after living with Angelina. However, the pressures of life and work led Brad Pitt back to his old habits, and things got worse.

“The separation from Angelina and the children was a huge change. Now I drink fruit juice and bottled water instead of alcohol. I keep my hands busy with wood, mud, clay, and plaster in the workshop to forget my cravings for alcohol and cigarettes.”

Brad's positive efforts were encouraged by Angelina. Even though they are divorced, Angie has always supported and helped Brad resolve the issue in a friendly and private manner.

Speaking about his work, the actor said: “I don’t think too much about being an actor anymore. It’s just a small part of my life; I don’t focus much on my career. It doesn’t help me in my role as a father.”

Previously, in September 2016, Angelina Jolie unexpectedly filed for divorce from Brad Pitt, shocking the entire entertainment industry. Brad and Angie were once one of Hollywood's most iconic and happy couples.

They married in 2014 and have six children together (both adopted and biological). However, that was also when Brad Pitt changed. The actor was even investigated for his inability to control his anger and for child abuse. The matter was later resolved privately.

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