Brad Pitt announced Monday that he has decided to end his period of sobriety and begin drinking alcohol again.
The decision marks a significant shift for the 62-year-old actor [2], who has been open about his journey with recovery and wellness in recent years.
In a wide-ranging interview with Esquire magazine, Pitt discussed the move to resume drinking after seven years of sobriety [1]. He said his life had changed, describing the choice as a personal decision unique to his specific circumstances [3, 4].
Sources close to the actor provided further context regarding the transition. An unnamed source told Page Six that "this is a very personal decision that's unique to Brad and his own circumstances," according to reporting by The Mercury [3].
Pitt's previous commitment to sobriety was a well-documented aspect of his public persona. By choosing to reintroduce alcohol, the actor is navigating a path that differs from traditional lifelong sobriety models, a move that often draws scrutiny in the public eye.
Throughout the interview, Pitt emphasized that the change was based on his current state of life. He said, "His life changed," referring to the evolution of his personal situation that led to the decision [2].
“"This is a very personal decision that's unique to Brad and his own circumstances,"”
Pitt's decision to resume drinking after a seven-year hiatus challenges the conventional narrative of permanent sobriety often associated with high-profile recovery. By framing the choice as a response to changing life circumstances, the actor highlights a personal approach to moderation or relapse that may spark broader conversations about the rigidity of sobriety goals in the public sphere.
