Gwyneth Paltrow reveals why breakup with Brad Pitt left her with ‘extra shame’: ‘It was love at first sight’
For Gwyneth Paltrow, dating Brad Pitt in her early 20s came with a strange side effect: suddenly, her breakup felt like it belonged to the entire world. The Oscar winner, now 53, looked back on her relationship with Pitt, 62, during an appearance on Benny Blanco, Lil Dicky and Kristin Batalucco’s Friends Keep Secrets podcast on Tuesday, Sept. 9. And while she remembers the romance fondly, she…
Gwyneth Paltrow, now 53, reflected on her 1990s romance with Brad Pitt, her former flame. They met on the set of Se7en when Paltrow was just 22, and he was already a celebrated movie star at 31. Their connection was instant, with Paltrow recalling a "love at first sight" moment. However, the relationship came with difficulties. As Paltrow's career flourished, their public recognition as Pitt's girlfriend became a burden.
The couple dated from 1994 to 1997, eventually breaking up in June 1997. When asked about the relationship feeling like a fantasy, Paltrow agreed it was "very heady" due to her youth and his fame. The press surrounding the breakup amplified the heartbreak she felt. Despite the challenges, Paltrow maintains a friendly relationship with Pitt, calling him a "great guy" and expressing love for him.
The engagement ended because Paltrow wasn't ready to marry, a fact she admitted was difficult but necessary. After the split, Pitt married Jennifer Aniston in 2000, while Paltrow focused on her burgeoning career, eventually becoming an Oscar-winning actress.
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