“My father came from a very poor background, but I was very fortunate in the sense that we were never in need. My dad was determined to make sure that we didn't want for things. He wanted to give us more opportunity than he had, a better shot at a better life.”

American actor and film producer

Brad Pitt is an American actor and film producer. In a career that has spanned more than 35 years, he has become a major figure in film and has received numerous honors, including two Academy Awards, two British Academy Film Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, two Primetime Emmy Awards, and one Volpi Cup. His work as a leading actor has helped films earn more than $7.5 billion worldwide. He is known for a long and varied screen career, along with producing work that has added to his standing in the industry.