I'm always claiming that I'll admit when I'm wrong, so here it is. Brad Pitt is the most beautiful man in the world, but not for the reasons that PEOPLE magazine gave him the title. Pitt appeared on Larry King Live on December 5th, 2007 to speak about his project "Making It Right" which supports rebuilding the 9th Ward in New Orleans. I (someone who was completely disgusted when Pitt left Jennifer Aniston for Angelina Jolie) could not believe Brad Pitt's depth.
To begin, he's intelligent. He speaks articulately and enthusiastically about architecture, Ethiopia, domestic and international politics, and of course "Making It Right". He's humble, self-aware, and secure with himself and who he is (and I don't mean physically). Pitt is also green. He explains that the new 9th Ward will be eco-friendly and that he is fascinated by the concept that within nature, we can exist without wasting. Pitt is also a vegetarian (OK- now I'm in love). And while these all contribute to his sex appeal, his respect for Angelina Jolie is the most beautiful and fascinating thing about him.
Several months ago, I wrote "the ego of an insecure man cannot sustain a good woman". According to Maureen Dowd (she's great by the way), Jane Fonda wrote that "men were attracted to her strong, independent spirit, but then tried to break it". Clearly, Brad Pitt is not the kind of man Fonda and I describe. Now one might laugh and think that appreciating Angelina Jolie shouldn't be that difficult. Though I'd bet my life, that if Angelina had an insecure partner, he would cheat. You don't think so? Let's recall Hugh Grant's infamous indiscretion with a prostitute named Pancake. Not all that surprising. Pathetic men cheat on women like Elizabeth Hurley because it makes them feel better about being losers.
At any rate, I am beginning to think, that perhaps Pitt (who I accused of being an asshole for doing so) left Aniston because Aniston did not offer the intellectual stimulation that Jolie does (actually, I'm the jerk because clearly, pretty has NOTHING to do with it). Let me be clear, I am not dissing Aniston. I'm sure she's a sweet girl, but perhaps Aniston doesn't have the depth and drive that Jolie has. Aniston is preoccupied with acting goals not relieving global suffering. Clearly Pitt admires and respects Jolie's work. Jolie, a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Refugee Agency, has an extensive curriculum vitae of humanitarian accomplishments. In fact, she has accomplished so much since she began humanitarian work in 2001, that listing some of those accomplishments and not others would be completely arbitrary. I will include however, that she has entered into some of the world's most dangerous conflict zones to personally deliver aid, and notably, has always refused special accommodations.
Jolie is obviously a good woman, and Pitt knows it. That being said, when King asked Pitt about Jolie, Pitt responded "she is a woman of strong opinions and very specific beliefs and a great voice.... great intelligence... I respect it. She is a great leader as far as helping and changing... the world as we know it". Pitt is not intimidated by her intelligence, drive, and sophistication- he admits- he respects it. There is nothing sexier than a man that appreciates a good woman.
First of all, Pitt is a breath of fresh air as far as I'm concerned. Clearly, he loves Jolie not because of what she has to offer him (the reason most men love women), but because of who she is. This illustrates Pitt's depth and inner beauty. Second, Pitt completely debunks my theory- which was that aesthetically gorgeous men are emotionally and intellectually undeveloped. That's it people. That's all I really wanted to say. You were all right and I was wrong. The Brad Pitt bandwagon... not such a bad thing.
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Well better late than never. At least you have finally realized what most of us have been saying for almost three years, Angelina Jolie liberated Brad and showed us that he was more than a pretty face. Jennifer Anniston wanted him as her arm candy and to prop her insecure self up, Jolie has allowed the real Brad to shine. Brad may have lost the tabloid reading fans who bought into the golden couple crap, but he has gained the respect and admiration of sophisticated women who appreciate a man who can be a good father and not be intimidated by a woman's strength and intelligence.
Brad and Angelina FOREVER!!!!!!!!!!
Certainly an insightful and mindful look at a Hollywood marriage. How much do you think that having a wonderful Dad (Jon Voight) contributed to Angelina's ability to choose Pitt? ox
Yes you were wrong, but don't worry, you are just one among many who were duped by Jennifer Aniston's Pity PR campaign. That has worn off slowly and people can now see through the clouds. Aniston represented a selfish, frivolous existence which Brad decided not to waste his life with. Now he is a dedicated humanitarian and a FATHER. Welcome to be out of the Dark Side.
Your writing is excellent, and I commend you for admitting you were wrong. It's a rare thing, not too many people do it these days. Too many are self-absorbed and ready to blame others. That's a shame, because acknowledging your wrong, and understanding why - as well as so eloquently writing about it, will ultimately lead to growth. Who wouldn't want that?
That said, perhaps one day soon, you can also write about your knee-jerk reaction and willingness to take sides and 'choose teams,' to begin with - among three people whom you did not know. This has always fascinated me why people (mostly women) had (and some still have) that reaction.
I used to always put it down to envy. Aniston was theultimately relatable TV star, in homes every week. We looked at her hair, her outfits and her face, and realized - hell, if I got a $800 haircut and a cute pair of boots, I KNOW I'd look just as cute or BETTER. We liked that about 'Jen.'
Angelina Jolie, not so much. She's young, arrestingly and classically beautiful, accomplished, and compassionate. When we admire, we want to emulate. Frankly that scares a lot of women of a certain age. Plus, how in hell do you emulate Jolie?? Aniston? Sure, just go out and get a layer cut. Jolie?? Adopt two children from third world nations, win an Oscar, and give away 1/3rd of our incomes...and on the side, part-time, act as the 'unofficial 'Most Beautiful Woman,' in the world!
LOL - most women find a 'haven' in safe 'Jen,' she's average looking, she's of an average talent - and we use her as a 'guide,' for hair and fashion. She's tailored made to 'celebrity,' in that there is no real investment, because you imagine 'Jen,' doesn't ask for anything from except to watch her show and buy her magazines.
When one admires Angelina Jolie, what she stands for and who she is -- as Brad pitt has realized, you are inspired to be a better person, and often in many ways small and big, you ARE a better person.
This isn't to make Angelina into some kind of deity mind you, LOL - I'm only talking of the symbolic, and why some women did have this 'knee jerk,' reaction. Look within, and that always tells you everything you need to know.
And how do you know Jennifer Aniston is not interested in alleviating poverty? Aniston does contribute to charities; she just doesn't feel the need to CALL A PRESS CONFERENCE or give an interview every time she takes out her checkbook. When one helps others out of the goodness of one's heart, public recognition and ass kissing is not needed or wanted.
Don't forget, this is a man who SELLS pictures of his children and then COMPLAINS that the paps take pictures of them.
I wonder how many of these nasty comments praising Jolie for her charity work were written by people who do little to nothing to help the poor. But these are people who think CHEATING on your spouse is A-ok, so I don't know why I'm surprised to see them crawling out from under their rocks to leave aforementioned comments.
It's nice of you to admit when you're wrong. Too many people can't see past the Aniston Pity Party smokescreen to see that SHE and her selfish goals was a big part of what went wrong with their marriage.
One thing about your essay - Brad Pitt is NOT a vegetarian. LOL! He was many years ago, but like a lot of people he fell off the rabbit food wagon and appreciates a good steak as much as the next Sexiest Man Alive. It's nothing to hold against him, though. Personally I could never abstain from meat for longer than 2 days...sorry, but some of us are just meant to be carnivours.
How can anyone call brad pitt ''sexy''?
He looks like he's been rode hard and hung out wet.
JMHO.
I've never read such sycophantic BS. This is the most embarrassing fan letter that should never have seen the light of day....YUK!
This is truly hysterical. Did you actually watch the Pitt interview? Good for a laugh and you are full of lies.
Wow. Ya'll are some haters. Keep em coming though. Paisley- yes I watched the interview. Also, thanks for including your name.
Seriously people, not all rich and famous people are assholes. Not all beautiful people are assholes. If you ask me, it sounds like a lot of jealousy driving all this animosity, but that's just my opinion. Shit, all this silly rhetoric has made me forget that point!
For the last time, it's an illustration of a good man appreciating a good chic. In my opinion, you people have issues if you feel the need to hate on Angelina. My guess is that is she were ugly and impoverished and doing the same humanitarian work, you all wouldn't be so quick to criticize her.
Holla at ya girl!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/board/viewtopic.php?t=164544&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=0
Please beware of anything from Female First. They are the most hateful hags I have ever come across. They hate Angelina, are pissed at Brad (and want him back with Jen), and wished death on both Angelina and Shiloh.
I sincerely hope the posters on that board do not represent most women in the world.
Other than that, I'm glad you came around. Brad himself said he's not a salesman, he doesn't want his name on the project, etc.
They are doing alot of good in the world, and I'm sorry, divorce happens everyday. And, many of those divorces don't leave the woman with $110 million dollars.
Let's support the divorced women who have to struggle to make ends meet and raise children.
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Thanks for the tip woman! Good lookin' out. Drop by this site anytime darlin. You are always welcome here! Great point... yes, let's focus on divorced women with children that do not have basic needs rather than a woman that received $110 million in a divorce.
Thanks For Reading!
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Thats funny Haleigh, I didn't say anything about Angelina. Only asked if you watched the Pitt interview. Meaning the same one I watched. How from my two lines did you get Angelina in your response. I do understand how you see things. You put your own words in whatever you read or hear. Thanks.
Paisley-
I am not sure what you are referring to. I put my own words into Pitt's mouth? No honey, I happen to DRV that interview and rewinded several times to make sure I got the quote right.
If you wouldn't care to elaborate, provide some insight for me, what lies are you referring to? Why is it so hard to accept that it's POSSIBLE that Pitt and Jolie might be cool. I don't mean to offend, but it just appears to me if they weren't rich and gorgeous, people would feel differently.
Good to know Pitt isn't a vegetarian. SEE. I ADMIT WHEN I'M WRONG!
Straight after the separation announcement, I felt bad for both Brad and Jennifer, to have to go through a divorce in the full glare of the media. I thought their press announcement was good and they seemed to stay friendly enough.
When photos of Brad, Angelina and Maddox appeared on that Kenyan beach, I felt sorry for Jennifer. Even if you want out of the marriage, it's never easy to see your ex linking up with another party months after the separation.
Like others, I questioned the wisdom of Brad appearing to move on so fast and Angelina letting a recently separated man into her and Maddox's life so soon.
I read Brad's and Angelina's denials of having an affair with a large handful of salt. After all, these 2 two very beautiful, charismatic individuals who have to emote about being in love. And this is hollywood couples we are talking about. However, without real proof, plus also both Courtney's and Jennifer's belief that no cheating took place (and I'm not talking the emotional kind as I aint' a believer in that sort of "cheating"), I thought I should give them the benefit of the doubt until evidence showed up otherwise.
So, here we are, nearly 3 years after the separation. Brad and Angelina appear to be together for nearly 2 and half years. Brad and Angelina both said they wanted a large family - and they have 4 kids. Brad and Angelina said that despite attraction, they both waited till the time was right to start the relationship - no proof otherwise. They said that fame could be used to do much good provided it was focussed and real. Well Angelina have been involved with UNHCR for more than 7 years and Brad has been working on NO for nearly 2 years - with no end in sight for either of them. They are together, bringing up their family consistent with their personal values. You can say those values are skewed, but hey, as I cannot guarantee I'm raising healthy happy children into healthy happy and productive adults, I'm not going to judge another parent when I've got no idea how they relate to their children. Certainly, on the face of it, Brad and Angelina keep their brood close - like they said they wanted to. And Brad and Angelina show their commitment to work at this relationship by taking turns at working so that someone is always home to keep the family together.
Jennifer however has gone down in my estimation over the 3 years since separation. Starting with the VF interview which I thought was highly manipulative of the public (when she carefully allowed her friends to tell lies on her behalf - Brad doesn't want children) attempt to pass most of the responsibility for the marriage break up to Brad (2% responsibility didn't just slip out of her mouth you know), her obvious lie about how shocked she was over seeing Brad and Angelina and Maddox (though she knew of the attraction as revealed by Courtney) and she knew her marriage was over by summer 2004 when she was shooting RHI (as revealed by herself in a subsequent interview).
Jennifer says she wants children but she had at least 5 years with Brad but I subsequently found out that she's been smoking, working hard on her career - including having 3 confirmed movies lined up from 2004 to 2005 (Derailed, RHI and FWM). not to mention the movies which Plan B was gonna produce for her (and as someone who is familiar with the IVF process, I'm sure she's never tried it, nor has she mentioned trying it).
Then Jennifer had a relationship with Vince that ended suspiciously close to the end of the promotional period of their movie together and further media manipulations including calling up People magazine to deny the engagement, deny the break up, deny what ever. Paul Sculfor with his bottle of strategically held dumbwater, cheese platters and boob/ nose jobs denials, promoting a yoga dvd by telling everyone how she wept as she held her yoga poses nearly 2 years after legal separation, and the latest Harpers Bazaar interview - with nothing to promote, other then herself, for someone who didn't really want publicity or care what the media things of her.
Sorry, but 3 years after legal separation, my internal jury is coming in with a verdict that I'm going to believe Brad and Angelina and cheer on their relationship and the things they are trying to achieve. I don't care if they cheated or not at this stage coz if I were Brad, I might have cheated on a woman like Jennifer too.
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