Unique Facts about Brad Pitt, the Handsome Hollywood Actor who Turns Out to Have Prosopagnosia Disease

Kapanlagi.com - William Bradely Pitt was born on December 18, 1963 in Shawnee, Oklahoma, United States. At the age of 60, this actor managed to defeat other nominations such as Tom Hanks (A Beautiful Day in The Neighborhood), Anthony Hopkins (The Two Popes), Al Pacino (The Irishman), and Joe Pesci (The Irishman).

Known for his handsome face, Hollywood actor Brad Pitt revealed that he suffers from a rare condition called prosopagnosia, also known as "face blindness."

This condition causes the sufferer to have difficulty remembering new people or recognizing their faces.

Curious about Brad Pitt? Here are some facts about him. Summarized on Monday (01/04/2024).

1. Studying Journalism with Advertising Specialization

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Brad Pitt, who recently starred in the movie 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood', apparently has an educational background in journalism. Brad Pitt spent his school years at Kickapoo High School and then continued his higher education at the University of Missouri, United States.

There, he pursued a journalism major with a focus on advertising. However, along the way, he decided to quit and focus on his acting career.

Reportedly, Brad Pitt dropped out of university just 2 weeks before graduation. Despite admitting his regret, Brad Pitt has been firm in choosing the entertainment industry. His success in acting career continues until now.

2. Having Skills in Flying Aircraft

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In addition to being a talented actor, Brad Pitt is also skilled at flying planes. He owns a Supermarine aircraft from World War II era.

His interest in vintage planes arose after Brad Pitt starred in the film Fury. He underwent training and obtained a pilot certificate from Boultbee Flight Academy in Oxford.

3. Brad Pitt's Ad Banned from Airing in Malaysia

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In 2002, the Malaysian society was shocked by the ban on a car advertisement featuring Brad Pitt in Malaysia. The Malaysian government deemed the ad as "insulting to Asians" as it could cause feelings of inferiority.

The Malaysian government also stated that Malaysians are equally attractive and do not need to rely on white people.

4. Brad Pitt Mentioned in Song Lyrics

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There is no doubt about Brad Pitt's popularity. His name has appeared several times in song lyrics. There are three songs that mention his name, such as 'That Don't Impress Me Much' (Shania Twain), 'High School Never Ends' (Bowling for Soup), and 'Billionaire' (Travie McCoy ft Bruno Mars).

5. Having a Generous Nature

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Many people know Brad Pitt as a generous actor. He has participated several times in campaigns to help needy groups, including the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) and the UN agency that provides assistance and support to children (UNICEF).

6. Have a Disease Called Prosopagnosia

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In his recent interview with GQ in June, Hollywood actor Brad Pitt revealed that he suffers from a rare condition called prosopagnosia.

This condition is also known as "face blindness". It causes difficulty for the person in remembering new people or recognizing someone's face.

Although it may sound strange, prosopagnosia is a real condition that provides unique challenges for those who experience it.

7. Winning the First Oscar in Two Decades

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At the 2020 Oscars, Brad Pitt won the Best Supporting Actor award for the first time. Previously, he had won an award as a producer for the film '12 Years a Slave' in the Best Picture category in 2014. In his acceptance speech, Brad Pitt thanked director Quentin Tarantino.

8. How Old is Brad Pitt?

Brad Pitt is 59 years old.

9. Does Brad Pitt Have an Instagram Account?

The handsome actor and former Angelina Jolie once stated that he never created any social media account.

10. What is Brad Pitt's Religion?

Once a devout Baptist, he is now an atheist. Although raised in a religious environment, Brad Pitt has expressed that he is somewhere between agnosticism and atheism.

11. How Many Children Does Brad Pitt Have?

The divorce between Jolie and Pitt was finalized in 2019, and in 2021, Pitt was granted joint legal custody of their five children.

12. Has Brad Pitt Officially Divorced?

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have finally officially divorced after experiencing conflicts for about 7 years.

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