In a heartfelt statement, acclaimed actor Brad Pitt has expressed his desire to heal the rift with his former wife, Angelina Jolie, for the sake of their children. The pair, who were once Hollywood’s golden couple, have been mired in a public legal battle since their high-profile divorce in 2016.

“I hate all the bad blood that’s lingered between Angie and me,” Pitt confessed. “Our kids don’t deserve to be caught in the middle of this. I’m hopeful that we can find a way to forgive each other and move forward, if not for ourselves, then for them.”

The Once Upon a Time in Hollywood star emphasised the importance of preserving a healthy co-parenting relationship, despite the challenges they have faced. Pitt and Jolie share six children – Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, Knox, and Vivienne – whose wellbeing has remained a top priority for both parents.

“At the end of the day, Angie is the mother of my children, and I will always care for her,” Pitt said. “I’m willing to put aside our differences if it means we can give our kids the stable, loving environment they deserve. I’m hopeful that with time and effort, we can heal these wounds and find a way to co-exist peacefully.”

The public’s sympathies have largely aligned with Pitt’s sentiments, as fans and admirers alike hope to see the former power couple reconcile their differences for the sake of their family. It remains to be seen whether Jolie will reciprocate Pitt’s olive branch, but many are rooting for the duo to put aside their past grievances and focus on the future of their children.