Brad Pitt is dealing with a devastating loss. Jane Etta Pitt, Pitt’s mother, has died at the age of 84. The news was shared by her granddaughter, Sydney Pitt, in a heartfelt Instagram post on Wednesday.
“My sweet Grammy, Jane Etta, we were not ready for you to go yet, but knowing you are finally free to sing, dance, and paint again makes it a tad easier,” Sydney wrote.
A Loving Mother & Grandmother Who Raised Brad Pitt in Missouri
Sydney, the daughter of Brad’s brother Doug Pitt, praised her grandmother’s vibrant energy and deep love for her family. “She could keep up with all 14 of us grandkids without missing a beat,” she added. “There was no limit to the love she gave, and everyone who met her felt it.”
Jane Etta Pitt Was a Familiar Face on the Red Carpet
Though she preferred a private life, Jane Etta occasionally stepped into the spotlight to support her famous son.
In 2012, she and her husband made headlines when they joined Brad and his then-wife at the Oscars. Speaking to reporters at the time, Brad shared a family tradition: enjoying biscuits & gravy before the big night.
Her rare appearances were a reminder of the close bond she shared with her son, even amid his Hollywood fame.
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In her tribute, Sydney summed up her grandmother’s legacy with simple but powerful words: “There was no limit to the love she gave.”
Jane Etta Pitt’s memory lives on through her three children, including Brad, and her 14 grandchildren.
Jane is remembered not only for her connection to one of Hollywood’s biggest stars but also for her kindness, grace, and unwavering love as a mother and grandmother.
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According to Parade, Brad Pitt shared a close bond with his mother, often calling her the “emotional cornerstone” of their family.
In addition to her husband and three children, Jane Etta Pitt is survived by 14 grandchildren.
Back in 2009, Brad and his siblings honored her legacy with a $1 million donation to a Missouri children’s hospital. The gift helped open a new wing, the Jane Pitt Pediatric Cancer Center, which marked the first time pediatric oncologists and hematologists were brought on staff in the region.
As TMZ noted, Pitt was known for being extremely close with his mother. Though she occasionally joined him at public events, Jane Etta Pitt preferred to stay out of the spotlight, a quiet presence whose love and support left a lasting impact on those closest to her.
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Brad Pitt Suffers Devastating Loss & Our Hearts Go Out to Him