Brad Pitt recently attended a fan event for his upcoming film “F1: The Movie” on June 9, 2025, in Naucalpan de Juarez, Mexico. The star posed for photos and expressed his excitement about the film, where he plays a former driver making a comeback in the racing world. Directed by Joseph Kosinski, known for his work on “Top Gun: Maverick” and “Oblivion,” the film features Pitt teaming up with Damson Idris, who portrays his teammate on the fictional APXGP team.
In a candid interview with GQ last month, Pitt opened up about navigating life in the public eye and shared valuable life lessons he has learned over the years. He understood that the press loved to prey on the mystery of his personal life. “Believe it or not, my personal life is always on your news,” he said. He stated that this perpetual micromanagement has been an “irritation” he’s needed to juggle his entire career.
Pitt spoke candidly about how being intentional about surrounding yourself with the right people can empower you and breed success. He stated, “I think you get to my age and see how important it is to surround yourself with the people you know, the people you love, the people that love you back. Friends, family and that’s it. From there, we get to go make things. It’s a pretty simple … equation.”
The actor opened up about the challenges he faced while getting behind the wheel of these high-performance cars to train for his role. He recounted the exhilaration of feeling the downforce and the way these cars corner at speed through banked turns. “It’s so sublime. It’s a feeling I’ve never had,” he remarked.
Speaking about his life and career journey, Pitt discussed the necessity of making mistakes. “No matter the mistake, you know, you just learn from it and move on. It’ll lead to the next success,” he stated. This philosophy is at the center of his approach to acting and life.
When asked if his experiences made him feel like he could be a real Formula 1 driver, Pitt replied, “If I was a little bit younger, I would have taken that turn, I think so.” This fun comment reflects his overall love for the world of racing as well as his dedication to authenticity with his performance.
As Pitt gears up for the release of “F1: The Movie,” he continues to embrace the opportunities that arise while maintaining a sense of peace amidst the chaos of fame.
