Brad Pitt’s ‘Nonchalant’ Divorce Reply Sparks TikTok Backlash
Brace yourselves: Brad Pitt, longtime poster child for on-screen swagger, finally broke his silence on splitting from Angelina Jolie—and TikTok wasn’t having it. In a short video posted to his official TikTok account on June 5, the Oscar winner adopted his trademark shrug and half-smile while saying, “This was tough, but we’re focused on family.” Critics say his delivery felt about as heartfelt as a low-budget tutorial on how to fold laundry.
According to People Magazine, Pitt opened with a nod to “the ups and downs” of marriage, tossed in a quick “love and respect” line, then signed off with that patented cool-guy vibe. On paper, it was a PR win; in practice, it was a slow-motion face-palm for fans. E! News reports that viewers zeroed in on his attempts to seem nonchalant—prompting one top comment to read, “My favorite part is when he tried to act all nonchalant and chill, like Mr. Cool Guy,” a sentiment that racked up over 100,000 likes.
The Guardian notes this isn’t Pitt’s first public dance around personal turmoil, but netizens seem convinced this round outclasses his previous pivots. One commenter quipped, “It’s like watching a penguin pretend it’s a flamingo,” while another joked that Brad’s “I’m fine” face could win an Olympic gold in passive-aggression. Harsh? Absolutely. Fair? Debatable—yet undeniably entertaining.
Esquire chronicles reveal the Jolie-Pitt split officially began in 2016 when Angelina filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences. Since then, both parties have sparred over custody of their six kids, high-stakes asset divisions, and the ever-looming paparazzi lens. But in this latest TikTok cameo, Pitt seemed determined to steer the spotlight back to his crown of laid-back cool. The result? More roast material than a summer BBQ.
In true Deadpan Comedian fashion, the third act is a roast: Brad Pitt’s attempt to turn marital meltdown into a breezy chat made viewers wonder if he’d skipped PR school or was testing a new “Stoic Star” persona. Meanwhile, Jolie has remained mostly silent, letting her attorneys handle the theatrics. But if Brad’s video taught us anything, it’s that even Hollywood’s golden boy can’t dodge every curveball without tripping over his own flawless jawline.
Well, there you have it—celebrity crisis with extra chill. Stay tuned to see if Brad ups his game or if Jolie finally breaks her silence. Next episode promises more reluctant confessions and questionable life choices.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine, E! News, Esquire, The Guardian
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