Is Hollywood's golden boy Brad Pitt losing his shine on the red carpet—and in love?

At the recent F1 film premiere in New York City, Pitt, 61, and his girlfriend, jewelry executive Ines de Ramon, 32, made a rare public appearance that has sparked chatter about their romance. As reported by the Daily Mail, a body language expert has pointed out subtle signs of trouble between the couple.

Having started dating in 2022, several years after Pitt's high-profile divorce from Angelina Jolie in 2016, the pair looked stunning at the event, with Ines in a sheer white gown and Pitt in a sharp black suit. Yet, beneath the glamour, expert Judi James detected a deeper discord. Could this be a case of style over substance?

Red Carpet Glamour Hides Underlying Tensions

James, speaking exclusively to the Daily Mail, suggested Pitt's recent fashion choices hint at insecurity about the significant age gap with Ines. "His recent outings have involved some dubious fashion choices that suggest he might be struggling with the age gap and keen to look relevant and edgy," she noted. This seems less about confidence and more about a man grappling with relevance in a youth-obsessed culture.

It's not just wardrobe woes, though. James pointed out a stark "lack of synchronicity" in the couple's body language, indicating differing thought processes and tastes. In a world where Hollywood often pushes forced pairings for optics, this mismatch raises eyebrows about genuine compatibility.

Take their facial expressions on the red carpet, for instance. "Brad's eyebrows are steepled, giving him a rather subdued and apologetic look," James observed, while Ines sports a "bold-straight brow-line to suggest confidence and calm." One wonders if Pitt is playing a role he’s not quite comfortable with, while Ines owns the spotlight effortlessly.

Body Language Reveals Emotional Disconnect

Further dissecting their dynamic, James highlighted Pitt's awkward posture and gestures, like a hand patting his leg, signaling inner anxiety. Compare that to Ines, whose wide, camera-ready smile shows no hint of shyness. This contrast paints a picture of two people on different emotional wavelengths.

A telling moment came when Pitt playfully poked out his tongue during a pose. James described his smile as "soft and apologetic," while Ines flashed a "very assertive-looking baring of the teeth." It’s almost as if he’s seeking approval, while she’s commanding attention—a dynamic that feels more like a power imbalance than partnership.

James also noted Ines taking a quietly dominant stance, pulling Pitt’s hand to shift poses and even wiping his face in a controlling gesture. This isn't the egalitarian vibe one expects from a modern couple. Could Pitt, a seasoned star, be ceding ground to fit into a new relational mold?

Is Pitt Emulating Clooney's Playbook?

Adding another layer, James compared Pitt and Ines to George and Amal Clooney, suggesting Pitt might be chasing a similar "awe and respect" dynamic with a non-Hollywood, intelligent partner. "Unlike Clooney though, Brad also has a considerable age gap difference which seems to have created some wardrobe floundering," she remarked. It’s a polite jab at Pitt possibly trying too hard to mirror a relationship that works for someone else.

Historically, Pitt’s romantic personas have shifted dramatically—twinning with Gwyneth Paltrow, then becoming half of a power couple with Jolie. Now, James muses, he’s "still trying to find his authentic self." In an era where authenticity is prized over performative Hollywood tropes, this search feels relatable, if a bit sad.

The couple’s recent double-date with Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper also drew attention, with Pitt sporting a flashy lavender silk shirt and buzz cut. It’s another signal of trying to stay "edgy," but at what cost to personal comfort? One can’t help but question if this is reinvention or desperation.

Personal Life Under Constant Scrutiny

In a recent GQ interview for the 2025 Summer Issue, Pitt addressed the constant media focus on his personal life, saying, "My personal life is always in the news. It's been in the news for 30 years, bro." It’s a weary acknowledgment of a reality many stars face, yet his frustration with over-calculated public moves feels like a pushback against today’s image-obsessed culture.

Pitt also shares six children with Jolie—three adopted and three biological—ranging in age from 16 to 23, amid ongoing drama post-divorce, finalized late last year after an eight-year battle. This backdrop adds weight to his public appearances with Ines. Navigating new love under such scrutiny can’t be easy, even for a veteran like Pitt.

Ultimately, while Pitt and Ines dazzled at the F1 premiere, the undercurrents of discomfort and disconnect, as dissected by James, suggest all isn’t as perfect as it seems. In a society quick to champion surface-level narratives, it’s worth pondering if Hollywood’s pressure to conform is dimming Pitt’s star—or if he’s simply on a journey to rediscover his true self. Perhaps the real story isn’t floundering, but a man caught between past roles and present realities.