Angelina Jolie shopping in Manhattan avoids Brad Pitt encounter as the former couple nearly crossed paths in New York City this past week. Both stars were seen on separate outings in Manhattan, raising speculation about a potential awkward meeting after their recent divorce finalization.
Jolie and Pitt Circulate Manhattan on Separate Missions
This week in Manhattan, ex-spouses Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt drew attention for being in close proximity, although each had distinct reasons for being in New York City. Jolie was observed at Fairway Market on 74th Street in the Upper West Side, reportedly grocery shopping for her children. She was alone during this outing, while it was noted that one of her sons has recently been staying at her old residence in The Ansonia, which serves as a base for her kids.
Brad Pitt, on the other hand, was in Manhattan for professional commitments linked to the press tour for his upcoming film, F1. On June 16, Pitt made his appearance at the movie’s New York City premiere in Times Square, accompanied by his girlfriend, Ines de Ramon. The couple were photographed together, holding hands and posing for cameras on the red carpet, highlighting their growing public relationship status.
Red Carpet Moments and Social Circles
During the red carpet interviews, Pitt—who plays Formula 1 driver Sonny Hayes in F1—was asked about de Ramon’s interest in racing since his role in the project. Pitt offered,
Well, she is European, so she already had a taste.
—Brad Pitt, Actor. Their activities in New York extended beyond the premiere, as Pitt and de Ramon were also spotted on a double date in the Flatiron District. They dined with Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid at Cote, a Michelin-starred Korean steakhouse, further fueling media interest in their connections.
Family Dynamics and Recent Developments
While their schedules in New York nearly overlapped, Jolie and Pitt managed to avoid a direct encounter, which could have been tense given their history. The pair married in 2014, but Jolie filed for divorce just two years later. Their legal disputes ended in December 2024 when an eight-year-long battle resulted in their divorce being finalized. All six of their children remain in Jolie’s care, as Pitt faces ongoing difficulties in his relationship with them, providing additional context for the heightened media scrutiny whenever their paths come close.
The close timing of their visits to New York City, underscored by Jolie shopping for her family and Pitt advancing his latest film, highlights how both are continuing with separate lives while remaining high-profile figures whose movements draw public interest. Further developments around their family dynamics and professional careers are likely to keep them in the media spotlight, especially in such bustling settings as Manhattan.
