Sources close to Angelina Jolie suggest the actress is grappling with the aftermath of her divorce from Brad Pitt and the ongoing legal battles that followed.
According to an insider, Jolie is reportedly expressing a desire for a no-strings-attached approach to dating, yet still harbors emotional wounds from her divorce and the ongoing dispute over their winery.
The source indicates that Jolie's true desire is to retreat from the public eye, rather than engage in social outings.
Jolie's split from Pitt in 2016 marked the beginning of a challenging eight-year period for the Hollywood star.
Their divorce, finalized in December 2024, concluded a five-year marriage that was overshadowed by intense court proceedings.
Since the separation, Jolie has dedicated herself to raising their six children: Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, Knox, and Vivienne.
Friends have described this period as one marked by "loneliness and sadness."