A wave of sorrow has swept through the Pitt family as they mourn the loss of their beloved matriarch, Jane Etta Pitt — the cherished mother of Hollywood icon Brad Pitt.

The heartbreaking news was confirmed by Sydney Pitt, daughter of Brad’s brother Doug, who honored her grandmother with an emotional tribute on Instagram

My sweet Grammy, Jane Etta,” she wrote, “we weren’t ready to say goodbye. But knowing you’re now free to sing, dance, and paint again brings a small sense of peace.”

Sydney shared touching memories of Jane’s warmth and wisdom, calling her “a woman with the biggest heart — one who loved unconditionally and led with kindness.”

“She taught me to paint, to be strong, to lead with grace, and to find joy in the little things,” Sydney continued. “She believed in fairness, in putting others first, and in doing good just because it was the right thing to do.”

From silly games to soulful lessons, Jane Etta Pitt left behind not just a grieving family — but a lasting legacy of love.