Brad Pitt made a somber appearance on the film set of his upcoming Netflix movie The Continuing Adventures of Cliff Booth just hours after the tragic passing of his mother, Jane Etta Pitt, who died at the age of 84.
On Tuesday, the Oscar-winning actor was spotted filming in Gardena, California, visibly affected by the heartbreaking news. His family confirmed Jane’s death on Wednesday, although a public obituary listed her date of death as August 5, shortly before what would have been her 85th birthday.
The exact time of her passing has not been publicly disclosed, leaving it unclear whether Brad received the news before or after his time on set. The obituary was published in the Springfield News-Leader, but did not reveal further details.
The new film, directed by David Fincher, is a sequel to Quentin Tarantino’s 2019 hit Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood, in which Pitt portrayed stuntman Cliff Booth. While Tarantino is not involved in the sequel, the project has generated considerable buzz, especially with Fincher at the helm.
Despite the emotional toll, Pitt showed professionalism by continuing his work commitments. Just weeks earlier, during a June appearance on NBC’s Today show, the Fight Club star had publicly paid tribute to his mother.
With a beaming smile, he told host Savannah Guthrie, “I’ve got to say hi to my mom because she watches you every morning,” before blowing a kiss and adding, “To Jane Pitt. Love you, Mom.”
The touching moment has now taken on even deeper meaning following Jane’s passing. Brad Pitt’s niece, Sydney, confirmed the sad news in an emotional tribute on social media Wednesday.
As fans around the world send condolences to Pitt and his family, his quiet return to work reflects both personal strength and dedication during a time of deep grief. The actor’s latest film is expected to debut on Netflix in 2026.