Angelina Jolie marked her 46th birthday in the company of her six children as they dined at TAO restaurant in LA. Exclusive pictures obtained by DailyMail.com capture the actress leaving the restaurant with her children: Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, Vivienne, and Knox. In a departure from her usual black attire, Angelina opted for a bright yellow knee-length dress, complemented by nude heels and a Valentino Garavani Rockstud Alcove handbag, reflecting the significance of the special occasion. Showing their commitment to safety, Angelina and her family were seen wearing masks as they exited the popular West Hollywood establishment.
Birthday Celebration: Angelina Jolie marked the occasion of her 46th birthday on Friday by enjoying a delightful dinner at TAO restaurant in LA accompanied by her six cherished children.
Putting on a courageous front, Angelina Jolie, accompanied by her 15-year-old daughter Shiloh, has faced a challenging period as she navigates through a series of setbacks. The recent ruling by a judge, granting Brad Pitt shared custody of their younger children, has left her feeling deeply let down.
After enduring a challenging period, the actress has been faced with disappointment as her former husband, Brad Pitt, was granted joint custody of their children in a lengthy and intense legal procedure. This recent ruling has left her feeling bitter and let down. However, there is a glimmer of hope as the court also made an exception for their eldest child, Maddox, who is no longer a minor. Recent reports from US Weekly suggest that the actress remains harboring deep resentment towards Brad and is convinced that their legal conflict is far from reaching its conclusion.
Having a great time with the family: Angelina Jolie’s two sons, Pax and Maddox, aged 17 and 19 respectively, were recently seen enjoying themselves at a trendy restaurant in West Hollywood.
Zahara made sure to bring home the leftover food from dinner by using a Tao tote bag. According to an insider, she holds a grudge against someone and doesn’t plan on forgiving them anytime soon. She strongly believes that justice will eventually prevail despite the current circumstances. The same source mentioned that she is determined to put all her efforts into appealing the court’s decision. Brad’s representatives chose not to provide any comments when contacted by MailOnline in the previous week. The spokespersons for Angelina were also reached out to but did not offer any additional remarks. Insider sources suggest that Angelina will continue to fight the custody arrangement as she perceives that there were certain “issues” involved in how Judge John Ouderkirk handled their legal proceedings.
Twins: Angelina’s delightful duo of 12-year-old kids, Knox and Vivienne, eagerly hopped on board to participate in the excitement as well.
The insider additionally mentioned that Angelina is not opposed to joint custody in itself, but rather had concerns about other issues that were brought up during the court proceedings, which are now closed and confidential.
Angelina and her legal team argued that the judge did not allow her children to testify in court. A legal document submitted to the Second District Court of Appeal in California stated that Judge Ouderkirk unfairly excluded evidence related to the children’s well-being, safety, and welfare, evidence that was crucial to Angelina’s case. They also claimed that the court failed to consider a section of the California courts code that states awarding custody to someone with a history of domestic violence is not in the best interest of the child.
Angelina firmly believes that the court should have given the opportunity for the minor teenagers to share their experiences, needs, and desires regarding their custody arrangements. However, her request for this was denied.
On the other hand, Brad’s legal team maintains the belief that the court proceedings have been conducted fairly.
Taking a positive outlook: Angelina decided to jazz up her usual black attire and opt for a vibrant yellow party dress.
A Day for Mom: The actress’ special day was filled with her children’s loving presence
After enjoying a delightful dinner, the whole family got into a nearby car to head back home.
A custody battle has emerged between Brad and Angelina, with a recent court ruling granting Brad joint custody of their children, except for Maddox, who is no longer a minor. In response to this decision, they stated in a court filing that the judge, Ouderkirk, had conducted a thorough and fair proceeding over the past six months, considering expert testimonies and witness accounts. They highlighted Angelina’s lack of credibility in crucial areas during her testimony and argued that modifying the existing custody order is in the best interests of the children. They expressed concern about the harm caused by these objections, which could further deprive the children of stability and permanence.
Brad and Angelina’s journey began in 2004 when they met on the set of “Mr. and Mrs. Smith” and, despite Brad still being married to Jennifer Aniston, they fell in love. Their relationship quickly became celebrated as they established themselves as Hollywood’s power couple and expanded their family. In 2014, they tied the knot in France at Chateau Miraval, surrounded by their six children. However, by August 2016, their once high-profile romance had crumbled, leading Angelina to file for divorce and seek primary custody of their children. This marked the beginning of a long and contentious legal battle.
In 2019, Brad admitted that he had turned to Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) following his split from Angelina, as his drinking had spiraled out of control.