Ines de Ramon and Paul Wesley have closed the chapter on their marriage as they finalize their amicable divorce. De Ramon has since moved on and found love with much older actor Brad Pitt.
Paul Wesley and Ines De Ramon attend the Mercy For Animals 20th Anniversary Gala on September 14, 2019, in Los Angeles, California. I Source: Getty Images
Ines de Ramon has recently stepped into the limelight as Brad Pitt’s younger girlfriend, capturing public attention with their budding romance. However, before her relationship with the Hollywood icon, she was best known in the entertainment industry as the wife of “Vampire Diaries” star Paul Wesley.
The couple’s journey together concluded with the recent finalization of their divorce, marking the end of their marital chapter that began in 2019.
Paul Wesley during the 2021 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 12, 2021, in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. | Source: Getty Images
Paul Wesley and Ines De Ramon attend the Mercy For Animals 20th Anniversary Gala on September 14, 2019, in Los Angeles, California. I Source: Getty Images
According to court documents, de Ramon and Wesley signed the divorce papers on February 23. The filing then took place in Los Angeles County Superior Court shortly after. The documents highlight that de Ramon and Wesley “have entered into a written agreement regarding their property and their marriage or domestic partnership rights.”
A notable detail from the proceedings is de Ramon’s request to revert to her maiden name, pending only the judge’s approval to finalize the divorce. Her no contest to Wesley’s filing suggested an amicable split. Additionally, both parties agreed to give up the right to receive spousal support.
Paul Wesley during The Paley Center for Media’s PaleyFest 2014 Honoring “The Vampire Diaries” and “The Originals” at the Dolby Theatre on March 22, 2014, in Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images
Although the actor initiated the divorce process in February 2023, citing irreconcilable differences, a representative for Wesley disclosed that the couple had mutually decided to part ways approximately five months prior, around April 2022.
This separation marks Wesley’s second, following his previous dissolution of marriage from his fellow “Vampire Diaries” co-star Torrey DeVitto in 2013.
Torrey DeVitto and Paul Wesley attends the Rolling Stone Hosted Jeep Heroes Tailgate on February 3, 2013, in New Orleans, Louisiana. I Source: Getty Images
After separating from Wesley, de Ramon found love again with Brad Pitt. The couple first sparked rumors of a romantic connection in November 2022, when they were seen together at a Bono concert in Los Angeles. At that time, their romantic relationship was not confirmed. They were also in the company of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber during the concert.
However, by the holiday season, speculations of their dating began to circulate widely. Their relationship eventually blossomed into a full-fledged romance that they did not hide but kept private.
In December 2023, the couple was seen enjoying a low-key celebration in Paris for Pitt’s 60th birthday. Despite their preference for privacy, the two couldn’t escape public attention during this intimate celebration.
Pitt was the picture of relaxed elegance, stepping out in casual chic attire, his ensemble rounded off with aviator sunglasses. By his side, de Ramon exuded effortless style, her fashion choices adding a touch of understated glamour to the day’s festivities.
Brad Pitt attends Breitling Squadona Mission event in Beijing, China, on November 20, 2018. | Source: Getty Images
Their activities included an evening at the Théâtre du Châtelet to enjoy the melodies of Asaf Avidan and the delivery of ’60’ balloons, hinting at the thoughtful planning behind the celebration.
Like his girlfriend, Pitt’s long and tumultuous divorce from Angelina Jolie appears to be nearing its conclusion, with both parties making significant steps towards a settlement in February 2024. Court documents showed that the former lovers served their final disclosures to each other after years of little progression.
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt arrive at the 69th Annual Golden Globe Awards held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on January 15, 2012. | Source: Getty Images
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie attending the premiere of “Maleficent” at Kensington Palace, London on August 5, 2014. | Source: Getty Images
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt arrive at The Board of Governors of The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Governor Awards at Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California, on November 16, 2013. | Source: Getty Images
With Brad Pitt and de Ramon’s relationship going strong, the two have reportedly “become very close” with her famous boyfriend’s “inner circle of friends.” Although all seems to be fair and well with the pair, Pitt has yet to introduce his partner to his children, the source added:
“It’s not that he doesn’t love Ines; it’s just that he wants to ensure this relationship is going the distance before he takes that major step.”
Pax Jolie-Pitt, Brad Pitt, and Zahara Jolie-Pitt at the playground on August 26, 2007.in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
The insider disclosed that Pitt, who shares six children – Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, and twins Vivienne and Knox – with former wife, Jolie – previously dated several other women in the past but never introduced them to his kids.
In March 2023, another source disclosed that de Ramon had yet to meet Pitt’s offspring or their mother. The insider added that the duo’s romance was “still fairly new” and that things would take a while to progress. The A-lister is reportedly content with his relationship with de Ramon and “isn’t in a rush” to take things to the next level unless they happen naturally.
Pax Jolie-Pitt, Brad Pitt, Shiloh Jolie-Pitt and Maddox Jolie-Pitt at the premiere of “Unbroken,” 2014 | Source: Getty Images
A source at the time revealed in December 2022 that Pitt was “smitten” with the brunette beauty and was not “expecting to find someone extraordinary” like her. However, they were merely friends then.
The pair’s newfound romance was confirmed a month later, in late December 2022, and the two were reportedly enjoying each other’s company. All the while, Pitt has had to deal with legal drama between him and his ex-wife. But a source revealed in a July 2023 interview that de Ramon’s’ “feelings for him haven’t wavered whatsoever.”
Brad Pitt during the 48th Cesar Film Awards at L’Olympia on February 24, 2023 in Paris, France | Source: Getty Images
The insider explained the ordeal had only strengthened the couple’s bond as they are transparent and honest about the happenings of their lives, regardless of them being good or bad.