Hollywood star Brad Pitt and his entire is mourning the loss of his beloved mother, Jane Etta Pitt, who passed away at the age of 84. A retired school
counselor, Jane had largely stayed away from the limelight, but her quiet support of her son over the years was evident, and deeply cherished by the actor. Just weeks before her death, Brad paid a heartfelt tribute to his mother during a promotional appearance for his film F1.
Brad Pitt's emotional tribute to mom Jane
The emotional moment unfolded during a June episode of Today, where Pitt was interviewed by anchor Savannah Guthrie. "I’ve got to say hi to my mom because she watches you every morning," Brad said, flashing a wide smile before waving to the camera. He then blew a kiss and added, "To Jane Pitt. Love you, Mom."
The clip has since resurfaced online following the news of Jane’s passing, and fans around the world have been sharing the moment as a touching reminder of Brad's affection for his mother. Social media is flooded with messages expressing condolences and celebrating Jane’s quiet influence in Brad’s life.
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More about Jane Pitt
Jane Pitt was a retired school counsellor and lived a quiet and dignified life in Springfield, Missouri, far removed from the glamour of Hollywood. While Jane and her husband, William Alvin Pitt, mostly kept their distance from the spotlight, they occasionally made public appearances to support their son. Notably, the couple attended the 2012 Academy Awards with Brad and were seen again at the 2014 premiere of Unbroken, directed by Brad's then-wife, Angelina Jolie.
Jane’s death was confirmed by the Pitt family on Wednesday, though no further details have been released at this time. As tributes pour in, Brad’s simple and powerful on-air message,“Love you, Mom” is being seen as a fitting farewell to the woman who helped shape one of Hollywood’s biggest stars.
