A new biography of Gwyneth Paltrow, obtained by People, reveals that she felt ‘smarter, better educated, more sophisticated’ than Brad Pitt during their mid-1990s relationship, which ended in 1997. The book, entitled ‘Gwyneth: The Biography,’ includes an excerpt that provides insight into the early stages of their relationship and the internal struggles Paltrow faced.
In the book, author Amy Odell shares details of Paltrow’s upbringing in Manhattan and her perception of Pitt’s background. Pitt, who was born and raised in Missouri, was raised in a more religious environment, according to the book. These cultural differences were significant in Paltrow’s mind.
Paltrow and Pitt met in 1993 during an audition for the film ‘Legends of the Fall,’ where Paltrow did not land the role. However, Pitt later suggested her for a different role in ‘Se7en.’ At the same time, she was also offered a role in ‘Feeling Minnesota,’ which starred Keanu Reeves. Paltrow ultimately chose the role opposite Pitt, despite her eventual doubts about the relationship.
During the filming of the 1996 movie ‘Emma,’ Paltrow expressed concerns about Pitt’s suitability for her. She also confessed to having a crush on Hugh Grant, as noted in the book. This personal revelation adds to the narrative of Paltrow’s internal conflict during the relationship.
Paltrow’s father, Bruce Paltrow, and her friends all praised Pitt as a kind and nice person. Despite this, Paltrow felt that Pitt’s upbringing was fundamentally different from hers. She believed that his background made him unsophisticated in comparison to her own.
According to the book, Paltrow’s sense of superiority was influenced by her education and experiences growing up in Manhattan. She often felt that her background made her more cultured and educated than Pitt’s. This perception influenced her decisions and ultimately led to the end of their relationship in 1997.
The details from the book suggest that Paltrow’s perception of sophistication and cultural background played a role in her decision to part ways with Pitt. The book emphasizes the importance of personal values and upbringing in shaping one’s perception of a romantic partner.