Brad Pitt is reportedly shutting out longtime pal George Clooney as he grows closer to a new group of flashy celebrity friends that includes Tom Cruise, Channing Tatum and Bradley Cooper.
Insiders claim Clooney has been left reeling after Pitt failed to attend his Broadway debut in Good Night, and Good Luckon April 3. Meanwhile, Clooney skipped the star-studded premiere of Pitt’s new racing film F1 in London last month.
The absence didn’t go unnoticed by those close to the pair. One insider said George used to be Brad’s first call, but now he’s been replaced. According to the source, Clooney has been visibly sulking behind the scenes as Pitt’s attention shifts toward Cruise and company.
Tom Cruise steals the spotlight as Pitt’s new ride-or-die
Tom Cruise, who has history with F1 director Joseph Kosinski, showed up in London to support Pitt’s film. Cruise shared online that it was a great night with friends, adding fuel to speculation that he’s become Pitt’s newest confidant.
Brad has also been spending time with Channing Tatum and Bradley Cooper. A source said Channing and Brad bonded over motorcycles and racing, hobbies Clooney reportedly never shared.
The same source said Brad’s inner circle has transformed. Where Clooney once stood, now stand Cruise and Tatum. Some in their orbit whisper that Brad thinks George isn’t “fun or cool” anymore, which may be why he stopped inviting him.
Old loyalty questioned as Pitt moves on
Brad’s rep denied any talk of a rift, insisting Pitt missed Clooney’s Broadway opening because he was working in New Zealand. But insiders close to the situation say that excuse feels hollow.
One source noted that George never missed a major event in Brad’s life and always showed up for him, so Brad skipping his Broadway moment hit hard.
Even though Clooney refuses to publicly complain, those around him say he felt betrayed. For years, he stood by Brad through scandals, divorces and career lows, and now he’s being sidelined just as Brad basks in blockbuster success.
Behind the scenes, whispers suggest Pitt is drawn to Cruise’s high-octane energy and industry clout, despite previously mocking him. One insider said Brad used to trash-talk Tom, making this sudden bromance even more shocking.
As Pitt’s F1 promotion heats up and Clooney remains absent from the photo ops, Hollywood is watching to see who gets the next coveted invite—and who remains stuck in the shadows.
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