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William Bradley Pitt is one of the most admired and influential American actors of his generation. He was born in Oklahoma in 1963 and grew up in a conservative religious family alongside his younger brother and sister. Brad was a student athlete, debater, competitor, and was possessed of both discipline and charisma. He went to university to study journalism and advertising. Just before graduating, he moved to Los Angeles to try his hand at acting. 

He got his start in small television parts but was widely recognized in 1991 for Thelma & Louise, where his short role turned many heads. He then delivered strong performances in Interview with Interview with the Vampire, Legends of the Fall, and Se7en, establishing his range and screen presence. He won a Golden Globe and earned his first Academy Award nomination for his role in 12 Monkeys. He starred opposite Ed Norton in Fight Club, which became one of the most iconic films of his career. Ocean’s Eleven, Troy, and Mr. & Mrs. Smith were further hits that cemented his status as a global star.

Pitt is also a respected producer, with projects such as The Departed, The Tree of Life, and 12 Years a Slave. He was married to Jennifer Aniston, and then to Angelina Jolie, with whom he has six children. Brad Pitt's professionalism, charm, and lasting impact on modern cinema is what made him a truly outstanding personality.

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