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Brad Pitt reveals suicidal thoughts, alcohol relapse at 62
Brad Pitt, 62, has told Esquire that personal and 'family stuff' triggered a period of suicidal thoughts, and that he resumed drinking after seven years of sobriety. He described overwhelming emotional pain…
The Story in Brief
Brad Pitt, 62, has told Esquire that personal and 'family stuff' triggered a period of suicidal thoughts, and that he resumed drinking after seven years of sobriety. He described overwhelming emotional pain but said his survival instinct kicked in. The actor's divorce from Angelina Jolie was finalised in December 2024 after years of legal battles. Pitt acknowledged he now drinks only in a controlled manner and recognizes when alcohol is not good for him.
Times of India quotes Pitt saying he was never regularly suicidal except for 'one little period' when the pain felt oppressive. He credited his congenital optimism and survival instinct for pulling through. Both sources report his comments about attending Alcoholics Anonymous previously, with Pitt saying he was 'on my knees' and open to help.
The Indian Opinion
The internet is rushing to label Brad Pitt’s relapse a ‘cautionary tale’ and his suicidal thoughts a sign of hidden weakness. But recovery is never linear, and Pitt’s own words, that his survival instinct kicked in, prove resilience, not failure. The real test will be whether he maintains his disciplined, restrained approach to alcohol in the months ahead.
Sources (2): timesofindia.indiatimes.com, timesnownews.com
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Updated: this story now draws on 2 sources.
