Quote of the day by Brad Pitt: ‘Once you get older, you get a little closer to yourself'

Hollywood is blessed with some of the best artists, who have broken stereotypes and made a name for themselves on the credit of their versatility. One such star is Brad Pitt. With a career spanning over decades and multiple box office successes in his name, Brad Pitt, the Oscar-winning actor, has a special place in the hearts of his audience. In addition to his work, the actor often cuts through the celebrity noise and chatter of the glam world to reflect on life and share some words of wisdom. Like when he said, “Once you get older, you get a little closer to yourself.”

Quote of the day by Brad Pitt

Decades ago, in 2012, while speaking to Interview Magazine, Brad Pitt said, “Once you get older, you get a little closer to yourself, intimate.”

“Certainly, this last half a decade, I have been very aware of that, more conscious of who I am, how I fit in the thing as opposed to trying to emulate someone else,” added the actor.

The quote very subtly reflects on the beauty of growing up and embracing change. At the same time, it highlights the surreal process of accepting oneself. Something that doesn’t come easy, something that comes with effort, patience, and time.

The journey from William Bradely ‘Brad’ Pitt to Brad Pitt

Born in Oklahoma and raised in Missouri, William Bradely ‘Brad’ Pitt came from a humble background. According to IMDb, during his schooling, Brad was very active in extracurricular activities, be it sports or musicals. Before entering the world of entertainment, he did odd jobs for survival, but never gave up.

In 1991, ‘Thelma & Louise’ helped him garner love, appreciation, and attention. A year later, with ‘A River Runs Through It,’ his fanbase grew. Rest is a history, as with movies like ‘Fight Club,’ ‘Once Upon a Time…in Hollywood’ and the recent ‘F1: The Movie,’ his stardom reached new heights. Interesting fact, his performance in 'Once Upon a Time...in Hollywood' made him win both the Oscar and the Golden Globe Award.Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”