Hollywood stars Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have reached a settlement in their divorce Monday, ending a headline-grabbing legal battle that lasted for more than eight years.
Known affectionately as Brangelina, the super couple shot to tabloid fame during their decade-long romance—but the pair’s love turned sour in 2016 when they filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences.
The acrimonious legal battle over their separation lasted nearly as long as their relationship, something Jolie’s lawyer nodded at in a statement acknowledging the settlement Monday night.
“More than eight years ago, Angelina filed for divorce from Mr. Pitt. She and the children left all of the properties they had shared with Mr. Pitt, and since that time she has focused on finding peace and healing for their family,” Jolie’s lawyer James Simon told People magazine in a statement.
“This is just one part of a long ongoing process that started eight years ago. Frankly, Angelina is exhausted, but she is relieved this one part is over,” Simon continued.
Both Jolie and Pitt requested a jury trial last 10 to 15 days according to Simon’s statement. They also agreed to participate in a settlement conference or mediation session as a form of alternative dispute resolution. Pitt notably agreed to mediation.
People also reports that a representative for Pitt declined to confirm or comment.