Ex-bodyguard claims Angelina Jolie ‘encouraged’ her children to ‘avoid’ spending time with dad Brad Pitt

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Recent court filings reveal a new twist in the ongoing legal battle between Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, with Jolie facing accusations of attempting to damage her children's relationship with Pitt.

According to documents filed at LA Superior Court, Jolie allegedly encouraged her children to avoid spending time with Pitt during custody visits following their split. These explosive claims were made by a former bodyguard for the couple, Tony Webb, who worked with them for over 20 years.

Angelina Jolie accused of sabotaging relationship between Brad Pitt and their children

The documents, which were part of the ongoing legal dispute between the couple, revealed explosive claims made by a former bodyguard.

According to the declaration seen by DailyMail.com, the bodyguard was informed by his contractors that Angelina Jolie was advocating for her children to avoid Brad Pitt when she had their custody. These revelations were made public as part of the contentious legal battle between the celebrity couple over Jolie's rights to sell their French vineyard and home.

Pitt argued that Jolie sold her $62 million stake in the Chateau Miraval estate to Russian billionaire Yuri Shefler in 2021 without offering him the right of first refusal, as agreed upon.

The estate is known for producing an award-winning sparkling rose.

Tony Webb, a former British SAS soldier who worked for the family for over two decades starting in 2000, claims that Jolie terminated his employment after two of his security personnel sided with Pitt following the couple's split. This adds another layer of complexity to the already contentious legal battle between the Hollywood stars.

In documents submitted by Brad Pitt's legal team, former bodyguard Tony Webb alleges that two of his colleagues were warned by Angelina Jolie's personal assistant that she would pursue legal action against them if they provided evidence in the couple's custody battle.

Webb's colleague reportedly overheard Jolie "encouraging the children to avoid spending time with Pitt during custody visits". These claims add another layer of complexity to the ongoing legal dispute between Pitt and Jolie over custody arrangements for their children.

In the motion filed by Brad Pitt, he accuses Angelina Jolie of hypocrisy for alleging that he wanted to use a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) to control her during the sale of their French vineyard. Pitt's legal team argues that Jolie regularly imposes NDAs on her own staff, which contradicts her criticism of his use of such agreements. This accusation forms part of Pitt's broader legal strategy in the ongoing dispute over the sale of their shared assets and custody arrangements for their children.

In his statement, Tony Webb asserts that two of his contractors were subpoenaed to provide testimony during Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's custody hearings.

This legal action exposed conversations between Jolie and the children, shedding light on their family dynamics and internal interactions. Webb further claims that he usually received instructions from Jolie's personal assistant, Michael Vieira, and he became aware of the breakdown in the relationship between Pitt and Jolie in 2016. These revelations provide insight into the behind-the-scenes developments within the former couple's household and legal proceedings.

According to Tony Webb, the documents state, "After their divorce SRS Global and I continue to provide security for Ms Jolie, Mr Pitt and their children." This indicates that despite the divorce, security services were still being provided for both Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, and their children, suggesting ongoing cooperation between the former couple in ensuring the safety of their family.

"Shortly before two SRS global contractors testified in a court case that I understood was related to Ms Jolie and Mr Pitt's divorce and the custody of their children. Mr Vieira called me on my cell phone."

"He told me that he had heard that two contractors who provided personal security for Ms Jolie through SRS Global might be testifying in the family court case."

"Mr Vieira then asked me to stop the two individuals from testifying. I understood that Mr Vieira was making this request on the behalf of Ms Jolie," Webb alleges in his declaration.

Webb further stated that he had "no power" to prevent the two individuals from testifying because they were classified as "independent contractors," indicating that he lacked authority over their actions as they were not directly employed by him.

Brad Pitt remains resilient amid ongoing divorce battle with Angelina Jolie

As the protracted legal dispute between Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie continues, insiders reveal that the actor is feeling drained but remains steadfast in his commitment to maintaining relationships with his children.

Despite the complexities of their divorce proceedings, Pitt's determination to stay connected to his children remains unwavering. While the estranged couple's adult children, Maddox, Pax, and Zahara, have reportedly ceased communication with Pitt, the actor continues to foster close bonds with their younger siblings.

According to a source close to Pitt, the actor maintains regular contact with Shiloh, Knox, and Vivienne, the couple's three youngest children. Shiloh and Knox, in particular, share a special connection with their father, often spending time with him and exchanging texts.

However, the insider noted a shift in Vivienne's relationship with Pitt in recent years. While she once maintained regular contact with her father, her involvement in projects with Jolie, such as a play, has led to some distance between them.