Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston were the ultimate power couple that captured the attention of the media from the moment their romance went public in 1998.
It's not surprising when two influential stars, one from the movie industry and the other from beloved television, come together. Naturally, the couple's marriage in 2000, which was deemed one of the most extravagant weddings of all time, drew significant attention.
Just a year after her split from Brad, Jennifer Aniston bared her soul in a candid interview with Vanity Fair. Despite the rawness of her wounds, she refrained from disparaging her ex-husband or worsening the already tense situation. Although there were tragic revelations, Aniston chose not to go down the path of criticizing Brad.
During the interview, Aniston expressed some regrets about her past marriage, admitting that there are many things she would have done differently. She acknowledged that as a couple, she and Pitt had limited time together due to their hectic schedules. "I would have taken more vacations—stepping away from work and enjoying each other in different environments," Aniston shared. "But there was always something hindering it, either he was working or I was."
Aniston also recognized her own mistakes, admitting that at times, she gave too much of herself. She had a tendency to prioritize Pitt's needs over her own, often losing sight of her own identity in the process. "I love taking care of people, and I definitely put his needs before mine sometimes... somewhere along the way, you sort of lose yourself," she confessed.
While many speculated about the overlap between Pitt's marriage to Aniston and his subsequent relationship with Angelina Jolie, his co-star in "Mr. & Mrs. Smith," Aniston clarified that there was no single problem that led to their breakup. According to her, relationships, whether friendships, business partnerships, or parent-child relationships, are complex. It is when the growth of individuals no longer aligns that problems arise.
Reflecting on her past, the "Murder Mystery" actress expressed her gratitude for the experience and stated that she will love Brad Pitt for the rest of her life. "I wouldn't have the knowledge I have now if I hadn't been married to Brad. I love Brad; I truly love him. He's an incredible man. I have no regrets, and I won't beat myself up over it. We shared seven intense years together; we taught each other a lot—about healing and having fun. We supported each other through many challenges, and I hold that in high regard. It was a beautiful and complicated relationship."
