Brad Pitt 'healthier and happier' after 'dark' Angelina Jolie split

Brad Pitt is reportedly “in a better place” after his high-profile split from Angelina Jolie in September 2016.

The Hollywood couple are said to be still negotiating the terms of their divorce, with Pitt largely staying out of the limelight.

But reports claim that the Fight Club actor is “excited” and “happier and healthier” following the break-up.

An insider told PEOPLE: “The separation was very dark for him, but lately he looks healthier and happier.

“He seems excited about life.”

Another source revealed to E! Online that Pitt has started to “enjoy being out more”.

They said: “He has an active social life and has rekindled old friendships.

“He goes out to dinner a lot and enjoys being out doing different things.”

Standard Online has contacted a representative for Pitt for comment.

Pitt has six children - Maddox, 16, Pax, 14, Zahara, 13, Shiloh, 11, and twins Knox and Vivienne, nine - with Jolie.

The pair met on the set of 2003 hit Mr & Mrs Smith while Pitt was still married to actress Jennifer Aniston, from whom he later divorced in 2005.

Pitt’s next big on-screen role was recently announced, with the star set to play stunt man Cliff Booth in upcoming Quentin Tarantino film Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.