Brad Pitt’s L.A. Home Targeted During Overseas F1 Press Tour
Enough said: Brad Pitt’s Los Angeles residence was struck by burglars just as the actor was halfway around the globe. The Los Angeles Police Department confirms that officers responded to a reported break-in at Pitt’s home on Wednesday night, June 25, after neighbors alerted authorities to suspicious activity. Sources tell TMZ three intruders forced entry, likely through the front door, leaving behind plywood boards as a makeshift barrier once officers secured the scene. Details on stolen items remain murky, and no arrests have been made.
An LAPD spokesperson emphasized that evidence collection is ongoing and no indication suggests the suspects targeted any specific valuables. Our inquiry reveals Brad Pitt was in Japan promoting his latest film, F1, at the time of the incident. Photographs obtained by TMZ depict a service van parked outside the property and repair crews working to reinforce entry points. Despite extensive media coverage, Pitt’s representative declined to comment.
This incident adds Pitt to a growing list of high-profile burglary victims in Los Angeles this year. Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban faced a similar scare in March, while Jeremy Piven, Marshmello, Austin Butler, NBA player Ty Jerome and LAFC star Olivier Giroud all reported break-ins. Even reality TV royalty Mary and Romain Bonnet from Selling Sunset were targeted. Industry insiders warn that celebs on international press tours are increasingly vulnerable, as empty homes present an irresistible opportunity for criminals.
Security experts advise home surveillance, panic alarm systems and on-call security details for A-listers juggling global appearances. Given the pattern of recent heists, the LAPD is urging homeowners in affluent neighborhoods to double-check locks, install motion-sensor lighting and keep local watch groups informed of travel dates. Community liaison officers are scheduled to meet with neighborhood councils later this week to discuss preventive strategies and enhance patrols.
While Hollywood’s elite are accustomed to paparazzi lenses, the reality of physical threats strikes a more serious chord. Burglaries can shatter a sense of safety, leaving lasting emotional scars beyond the loss of property. For Brad Pitt, known for his privacy and low-profile suburban retreat, this break-in is a stark reminder that fame often comes with unwanted attention.
And that’s the bottom line. Take it as you will.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and TMZ.com, Los Angeles Police Department statement
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