Alia Shawkat Clarifies She and Brad Pitt Were Just Friends, Not Dating

Alia Shawkat addressed longstanding rumors about her relationship with Brad Pitt during an appearance on Andy Cohen’s ‘Watch What Happens Live.’ The speculation began in 2019 and 2020 after the pair was frequently spotted together at events like In-N-Out Burger, art exhibits, and concerts. Shawkat clarified that their connection was purely platonic, explaining they met through filmmaker Spike Jonze and became friends due to shared interests in art. She humorously noted that Pitt’s presence often led people to assume they were dating, even his own mother. Pitt’s publicist addressed the rumors in 2019, confirming there was no romantic involvement. Shawkat also revealed that Pitt was unaware of the rumors at the time, stating he had no concept of the media frenzy. She expressed gratitude to her grandmother for supporting her through the ordeal. Currently, Pitt is in a relationship with jewelry designer Ines de Ramon since 2022, while Shawkat is with Phil Burgers, their child’s father. The article highlights how celebrity relationships often spark public speculation, even when there’s no truth to the claims.