Celebrating birthdays in style is always more special when you’re Brad Pitt, especially when you receive a shoutout from none other than Shania Twain. The iconic singer took the opportunity on December 18th to wish the Fight Club star a happy 60th birthday, but with a playful twist.
On an Instagram post, referencing her iconic 1997 hit song where she famously name-dropped Pitt, Shania commented, “That don’t impress me much, but HBD,” paired with a kissy face emoji. This lighthearted message shows that even though Brad Pitt is a renowned Hollywood actor, he doesn’t necessarily impress Shania in the same way he does others.
This isn’t the first time Shania Twain has acknowledged Brad Pitt’s birthday. In 2020, she made a similar exception for Pitt’s 58th birthday, tweeting on the platform, “Happy Birthday to Brad Pitt. I’ll make an exception for today.” These recurring birthday shoutouts demonstrate a unique connection between the two celebrities, even if it’s just through these occasional social media greetings.
Despite the lyrical shoutout in her chart-topping song, “Okay, so you’re Brad Pitt / That don’t impress me much,” it seems Shania and Brad don’t have a personal connection beyond these birthday messages. In a candid revelation on Chicken Shop Date in March, Shania shared, “I’ve never met Brad Pitt. I think he’s avoiding me, honestly.” This playful comment adds a touch of humor to their dynamic, suggesting that there may be some underlying reasons for the lack of personal connection.
Even more intriguing, Shania revealed that Brad has never directly commented on being mentioned in her hit song. Speaking to Extra in 2017, during a period when the track experienced renewed popularity, she said, “He didn’t at the time. So 20 years later, I don’t know.” Brad’s silence on the matter adds an air of mystery, leaving fans to speculate on his thoughts and feelings about being immortalized in Shania’s lyrics.
The inclusion of Brad Pitt in Shania’s song lyrics stems from a 1997 scandal involving Pitt suing Playgirl magazine for publishing nude photos of him and then-girlfriend Gwyneth Paltrow. Clarifying that it wasn’t a jab at the actor, Shania told Billboard in 2017, “I was writing this album and there was a scandal where there were naked photos…and this was like, all the rage. I just thought, ‘I don’t know what all the fuss is about. We see naked people every day.'” This revelation highlights the context surrounding the song’s creation, showcasing Shania’s intention to address societal fascination with celebrity scandals rather than directly criticize Brad Pitt himself.
While Brad Pitt may not have a personal connection with Shania, she has found love in her own life. Shania is married to Frédéric Thiébaud, and they tied the knot on January 1, 2011. Their love story is unique as it was revealed that Shania’s now ex-husband, Robert “Mutt” Lange, was having an affair with Frédéric’s then-wife and Shania’s assistant-cum-best friend, Marie-Anne. Despite the initial heartbreak, Shania and Frédéric have since settled into a loving relationship. Shania describes it as a passionate love on every level and a departure from her previously monotone relationships. She emphasizes that her now-husband truly understands her, unlike her ex-husband Mutt.
A birthday shoutout from Shania Twain brings a playful twist to Brad Pitt’s special day. These occasional greetings show that even though Brad is a Hollywood heartthrob, he doesn’t necessarily impress Shania. Their lack of personal connection adds a mysterious element, heightened by Brad’s silence on being mentioned in her hit song. Despite this, Shania has found love with Frédéric Thiébaud after overcoming personal challenges. Overall, this playful birthday message adds another layer to the ever-evolving relationship between these two iconic celebrities.
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