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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Lucy Leeson

Brad Pitt opens up on attending first Alcoholic Anonymous meeting after Angelina Jolie split

Hollywood actor Brad Pitt has opened up about attending his first Alcoholic’s Anonymous (AA) meeting following his split from Angelina Jolie.

The 61-year-old said he “needed rebooting” following the break down of his second marriage.

In an interview on Monday’s (23 June) episode of the Armchair Expert, Pitt told host Dax Shepard: “I was really open to I was trying anything and everyone anything anyone threw at me.”

The actor added he was “pretty much on his knees” and needed to “wake the f*** up”.

Alcoholics Anonymous helpline is open 24/7 on 0800 9177 650. If you would prefer, you can also email them at help@aamail.org or live chat via their website at www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk. Drinkline, a free, confidential helpline for people who are concerned about their drinking, or someone else’s. Call 0300 123 1110 (weekdays 9am–8pm, weekends 11am–4pm)

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