Brad Pitt reveals why he has a cane as attends Palm Springs Film Gala with Angelina Jolie

He is said to be recovering from a torn medial collateral ligament and was seen walking with a cane on Thursday.

But Brad Pitt is not putting his feet up and tonight he walked the red carpet with the help of a stick and he revealed how he had suffered his leg injury - falling over on a ski slope.

The 48-year-old actor was accompanied by partner Angelina Jolie as they arrived at the 23rd Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards Gala.

Snow joke: Brad Pitt revealed he injured his leg on a ski slope while carrying one of the twins as she arrived at a film gala with a cane beside partner Angelina Jolie

Brad looked dapper in a smart black suit and tie with a crisp white shirt which he appeared to have opted for a dark black cane.

The actor told reporters he suffered an injury after falling over on a ski slope while holding onto one of the twins.

Helping hand...and a stick: The 48-year-old actor said he wiped out on a ski-slope while holding one of his children and used the cane to make his way up the red carpet tonight

Angelina opted for her simple and sophisticated style once again in a flowing dusty pink pleated halter neck gown by Elie Saab.

Despite his injured state Brad was as in demand as ever and made his way to the crowds of screaming fans.

He was seen shaking hands and signing autographs while using his stick to balance.

Angelina and Brad looked as in love as ever sharing a private joke on the red carpet which raised a broad smile from the actress.

And inside as Brad stepped away so his partner could be in a photo alone he was seen with a look of adoration on his face.

Brad was honoured at the ceremony with the Desert Palm Achievement Award which noted his acting skills in Moneyball and The Tree of Life.

The father-of-six was presented the award by funnyman Jonah Hill.

Cute couple: The pair shared a joke as they made their way down the red carpet together with Brad using a cane 

Nice to meet you: Despite his injured state Brad made his way over to screaming fans and was seen shaking hands with a number of his admirers

That's my girl: As Angelina posed for her own picture Brad was seen with a look of pride and admiration

Showing some flesh: Angelina's dusty pink gown was backless and revealed the tattoo on her lower back

Standing tall: Brad took his stick on stage to scoop his award but he still managed to look cool

Having a laugh: Jonah Hill and Brad share a joke while Angelina speaks to a fan

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