Brad Pitt is 62. It sounds weird to say, doesn't it? For a guy who basically spent the last four decades as the global blueprint for "leading man," hitting his sixties should have felt like a slowdown. But honestly, looking at Brad Pitt now, the guy seems busier—and maybe a little more settled—than he’s been since the pre-divorce era.
He isn't just "still around." He’s currently navigating a massive career pivot, a high-stakes legal war that just won't quit, and a relationship with Ines de Ramon that looks suspiciously like a long-term plan.
The Race to the Finish: F1 and the "Cliff Booth" Renaissance
Everyone is talking about the racing movie. You’ve probably seen the grainy set photos of Pitt in a fire suit, looking remarkably like he hasn't aged since Moneyball. The film, simply titled F1, is easily his biggest gamble in years. Directed by Joseph Kosinski—the guy who made Top Gun: Maverick feel like a religious experience—this isn't just a car movie. It’s a $300 million-plus behemoth.
Pitt plays Sonny Hayes, a washed-up driver from the '90s who gets pulled back into the cockpit to mentor a rising star played by Damson Idris. The "now" factor here is the realism. They didn't just use green screens; they actually filmed during real Grand Prix weekends. Pitt was reportedly doing his own driving at speeds that would make most people rethink their life choices. While he was snubbed for a Golden Globe nomination just this month (January 2026), the film is already being hailed as a "cinematic achievement" for its technical grit.
But if you’re a die-hard fan, the project you’re actually tracking is The Adventures of Cliff Booth.
Yes, he’s bringing back the stuntman. Quentin Tarantino wrote it, David Fincher is directing it, and word on the street is it hits theaters (and Netflix) in the summer of 2026. It’s set in 1977. Cliff is a "Hollywood fixer" now. It feels like Pitt is leaning into his own mythology. He knows we want to see him play the cool, dangerous guy with the Hawaiian shirt. He’s leaning into the nostalgia without becoming a caricature.
Living Together: The Ines de Ramon Era
What about his life when the cameras aren't rolling? It’s pretty quiet. Mostly.
Since late 2022, Pitt has been tied to jewelry designer Ines de Ramon. By late 2025, they were officially "fully living together." They moved into a new place in Los Angeles after Pitt sold his long-time Los Feliz estate (the one that got burglarized last summer). Sources close to the couple say they are "happier than ever," but don't expect a wedding.
📖 Related: Pamela Anderson in swimsuit: Why the red one-piece still matters in 2026
They aren't interested.
Honestly, after the spectacle of his previous marriages, who can blame him? They’ve been spotted at the LACMA Gala and supporting George Clooney at premieres, but for the most part, they’re staying under the radar. People who know him say she’s been a "healing influence." He’s reportedly the calmest he’s been in years.
The Chateau Miraval Ghost That Won't Leave
You can’t talk about Brad Pitt now without mentioning the "War of the Roses" sequel happening in a California courtroom. The divorce from Angelina Jolie was finalized in late 2024, but the fight over their French winery, Château Miraval, is still raging.
Just last month, in December 2025, a judge handed Pitt a major win. Jolie was ordered to turn over a massive cache of private emails and texts related to her sale of the winery shares to the Stoli Group. Pitt’s team is arguing she did it out of spite. Jolie’s team says he’s trying to silence her with NDAs.
It’s messy. It’s expensive. And it’s scheduled for a full-blown trial in February 2027.
It’s the one part of his life that feels stuck in the past. While he’s moving on with a new partner and new movies, the legal paperwork keeps pulling him back to 2016. There’s also the family dynamic. Most of his older kids have reportedly dropped his last name or distanced themselves. That’s a heavy weight for anyone to carry, even if you’re an Oscar winner.
What Most People Get Wrong About Him
There’s a common misconception that Pitt is just "gliding." That he’s a legacy act.
That’s not true. He’s producing more than he’s acting these days through Plan B Entertainment. He’s behind some of the most intellectual, difficult films in Hollywood. He’s also reportedly focused on his health—clean living, art, and sculpting. He’s not the party boy anymore. He’s the guy who goes to therapy and talks about his "internal work."
Why He Still Matters in 2026
Brad Pitt is the last of a dying breed. He’s a movie star who doesn't do a Marvel movie. He doesn't have a TikTok where he does dances in his kitchen. He maintains that old-school Hollywood mystery while somehow staying relevant in a world of streamers and influencers.
If you’re looking to follow his journey this year, keep an eye on the F1 box office numbers and the first trailers for the Cliff Booth sequel. They’ll tell us if he still has that "Midas touch."
What to do if you're tracking Brad's moves:
- Watch the "F1" release closely: This is a test of his solo drawing power.
- Keep an eye on the Miraval trial dates: The mediation is set for October 2026. This will be the next major "truth" moment in the Jolie-Pitt saga.
- Check out Plan B's upcoming slate: If you want to know what Brad actually cares about, look at what he’s producing, not just what he’s starring in.
He’s not retiring. He’s just changing the terms of the game.