Brad Pitt is reportedly “missing” his children with Angelina Jolie this holiday season

Brad Pitt He reportedly misses his children and longs for a closer relationship, especially during the holidays.

Tensions with ex-wife Angelina Jolie insist that the actress allegedly believes she influenced her children against him.

Meanwhile, Brad Pitt has found solace in his supportive relationship with Ines de Ramon.

Brad Pitt “misses his kids” and wants to spend more time with them this holiday season

A source reports that Pitt will celebrate his 61st birthday on December 18th Page six that the actor “misses his children and wants a closer relationship with them, especially with the holidays and his birthday this month.”

The insider added that Pitt feels like Christmas “won’t be the same” without quality time with his family.

The actor has six children with his ex-wife Angelina Jolie: Maddox, 23; Pax, 21; Zahara, 19; Shiloh, 18; and 16-year-old twins Knox and Vivienne.

The former couple divorced in 2019 and have since been embroiled in a protracted legal battle over their French winery, Château Miraval.

Some of the actor’s children have dropped his last name

Earlier this year, the outlet reported that the Oscar-winning actor felt “hurt” when his daughter Shiloh legally dropped his last name on her 18th birthday.

“They used to have a good relationship, but that’s in the past and it’s breaking his heart,” a source revealed at the time. “Brad feels that Angelina has turned his children against him.” He feels that Angelina knows exactly what she is doing.

Pitt’s other children, Zahara, Viviene, Maddox and Pax, have also chosen not to use their father’s name in public; However, Shiloh is the only one who has legalized her name change.

Tensions are rising between Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie over son Knox’s rare red carpet appearance

Tensions between Pitt and Jolie seem to have resurfaced recently. Sources suggest that Jolie’s appearance with her son Knox at the 2024 Governors Awards was no coincidence.

Speaking to the outlet, an insider shared, “Brad finds it a bit coincidental that a judge signed off on (Château) Miraval’s trial just days before Knox joined Angelina at the Governors Awards.”

However, another insider revealed that it was Knox’s decision to accompany Jolie on the red carpet.

“Angelina was so proud to have Knox by her side,” the source shared. “He normally prefers to stay out of the spotlight and Angelina respects that decision, but he asked if he could join her and of course she was thrilled that he wanted to be involved.”

The insider added: “She couldn’t be prouder of him and they had a truly unforgettable evening together.”

Brad Pitt finds support from Ines de Ramon as a couple considers starting a family

Despite the ongoing drama, the Fight Club actor has found solace in his relationship with 31-year-old Ines de Ramon.

“Ines has been incredibly supportive and Brad is grateful to have her by his side,” the source shared, adding that he’s excited to start the new year with her.

Pitt and de Ramon first sparked romance rumors in November 2022, and their relationship became official when they made their red carpet debut at the Venice Film Festival in September.

Since then, the couple has been enjoying time together in New York, attending an art gallery opening and enjoying an intimate dinner.

According to a separate source spoken to In touch weeklyPitt and de Ramon consider starting a family together.

“Brad wants another chance at fatherhood,” the insider revealed. “He’s a different person than he was the first time.”

The couple enjoyed a “cozy Thanksgiving” together.

Accordingly People magazineA source revealed that Pitt and de Ramon had planned a special Thanksgiving celebration that emphasized family time.

“They both love cooking and will cook for everyone together,” the source said.

The happy couple were recently spotted together in love at Leonardo DiCaprio’s 50th birthday party in Los Angeles.

“He was in a great mood, super sociable and greeted everyone. He and Ines arrived together but did their own thing,” an insider told the news outlet.

Pitt and de Ramon also spent the summer together at the actor’s French winery, Chateau Miraval.

A source reported at the time Page six that “he is living his life,” adding that his ex-wife “Angelina has already done the worst thing she can do, which is to separate the children from their father.”