Why all the cheesecake if you don't like to show it off?
Apparently Brad Pitt revealed on a network TV show that he "hates" the paparazzi.
In fact, Jolie's golden boy had some amusing thoughts to add to that.
"Let me be blunt: I hate them. I hate these people. I don't understand...that they do that for a living."
Brad, you're either very naive, or you forgot what it's like to be a struggling actor.
I say: tough ti**y!
Having to "deal" with the paparazzi is part of the nature of the best.
Brad - do you think that fans go to your films, rent one of your movies, or snatch up a magazine with your mug on the front cover - because they respect you for your acting?
Frankly, for the most part, no.
Let's face it, you're a pretty boy with chiseled abs.
That's your appeal, sorry!
Fans fantasize about you, lust after your body, and pine for a glimpse into your private life.
No, not just the one you inhabit in a role on screen.
The photos you complain about facilitate that essential aspect of the "business".
If you are not aware of that "reality", it's time to turn in your SAG card, and try your hand at selling real estate.
Or move to Europe, curse America ever after, and become a recluse.
Yes, Brad - in case you weren't aware of it - the film industry is a part of an intricate concern known as Hollywood's dream factory.
Brad Pitt is a cog in it.
Granted, I agree with you that the paparazzi should not - as you pointed out in your interview - climb over walls around the perimeters of your private property or call out your children's names as you're dropping them off at school in order to land an exclusive still.
That is wrong.
Instead of whining about, though, do something constructive.
Organize a band of supporters, draft an initiative, and submit it to Los Angeles City Council.
Or, put it on a ballot in the next election.
Whatever.
You say you don't understand that "they" do that for a living.
Heh, maybe photo journalists have a family to support.
Did you never sign on for a turkey - let's face it Brad, two of your last films were real stinkers - just for the big bucks?
When I reflect on your career - and that of others - one thing appears obvious.
On the rise up, actors tend to be so kissy-kissy with the fans, Accommodating to the media, and on-the-ready to offer up the gift of the gab in order to slyly maneuver their way onto the cover of People or GQ.
You name it.
Then, once a high-profile star has managed to secure a financial footing - and likewise, stash a little moolah in the bank - they turn the screws.
"The hell with 'ya. Who needs the likes of you."
Yes, that's the ungrateful lament of the day.
No man is an island, Mr. Pitt, and when you turn your back on your bread-and-butter, that message may come home to roost crystal clear.
Thank your lucky stars you've had such a successful run.
Keep up the nonsense and you'll be starring in half-hour infomercials on cable at 3 a.m nightly.
Made you need to eat a bit of humble pie to get your priorities straight!
