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Maddox Jolie-Pitt—aka Angelina Jolie’s adopted son—reportedly revealed on Wednesday that he doesn’t see himself as Brad Pitt’s son anymore. To jog your memory, Angelina adopted her son Maddox before she and Brad confirmed they were dating in 2006. During Brangelina’s 11-year relationship, they officially adopted Maddox, along with siblings Pax and Zahara. But three years ago, when Angelina and Brad decided to divorce, there were reports that Brad and Maddox got into an altercation while flying on a private plane.
Now, according to ‘Us Weekly’ sources, 18-year-old Maddox “is very close with Angie,” but he “doesn’t really see himself as Brad’s son.” While there were claims that Brad was allegedly “inebriated” on the private flight and during the incident with Maddox, the FBI and Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services cleared him of all allegations. Brad also went to therapy and Alcoholics Anonymous meetings and took drug and alcohol tests to prove he should still retain partial custody of the kids.
Still, it seems Brad and Maddox’s relationship is strained, and according to ‘US Weekly’ sources, Maddox and little brother Pax “refused to go” to Brad’s house for Christmas last year. The source added, “[Maddox and Pax] spend more time with their friends and are busy doing their own thing. They spend less time than they used to with the younger kids and the family.” Family drama is rough, so hopefully Maddox and Brad are able to figure out a scenario that works for them soon.
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