Overview

• Excerpts from Amy Odell’s upcoming biography, published July 19, reveal that Paltrow confided to friends she felt sad when Brad Pitt married Jennifer Aniston in July 2000.
• During a September 2000 interview at the Toronto International Film Festival, Paltrow deflected questions about Pitt’s wedding by saying, “I can’t comment on this kind of thing.”
• At a dinner with Estee Lauder heiress Aerin Lauder, Paltrow allegedly described Pitt as “dumber than a sack of s–t,” reflecting her view that he lacked sophistication.
• The biography excerpts recount Paltrow’s early doubts about her engagement, including her admission of a crush on Hugh Grant while filming Emma in 1996.
• Gwyneth: The Biography is scheduled for release on July 29, 2025, and promises new behind-the-scenes insights into Paltrow’s reflections on her high-profile relationships.