Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's daughter Shiloh files to drop "Pitt" on her 18th birthday

Shiloh Jolie-Pitt has decided to legally drop her father's last name, "Pitt," marking her 18th birthday with a significant change. This move follows a similar trend among her siblings, as more of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's children distance themselves from their famous father.

Shiloh Jolie-Pitt opts for a name change on milestone birthday

On Monday, Shiloh Jolie-Pitt celebrated her 18th birthday by filing to legally change her name, dropping "Pitt" to become "Shiloh Jolie." Although the request is still pending approval, it's likely to be granted. This decision is a part of a broader pattern within the Jolie-Pitt family, where several of Brad Pitt's children have chosen to distance themselves from him.


Vivienne Jolie also drops "Pitt" in public appearances

Just days before Shiloh's filing, theatergoers noticed that Vivienne Jolie-Pitt was listed as "Vivienne Jolie" in the Playbill for "The Outsiders," a Broadway play she helped produce. While it's unclear if Vivienne has legally changed her name, her decision to publicly go by "Jolie" aligns with the actions of her siblings.

Zahara Marley Jolie's name change at Spelman College

Six months ago, Zahara Marley Jolie also made headlines when she introduced herself using only her mother's maiden name. As a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. at Spelman College in Atlanta, Zahara chose to go by "Zahara Marley Jolie," further emphasizing the family's trend.

Maddox Jolie's decision to avoid using "Pitt"

Maddox, the oldest of the Jolie-Pitt children, has been distancing himself from Brad Pitt for years. According to Us Weekly, Maddox doesn't use "Pitt" on any non-legal documents, opting for "Jolie" instead. Although his mother did not support his desire to legally change his name at the time, the sentiment reflects a consistent family dynamic.

Family tensions and public declarations

The tensions within the Jolie-Pitt family have been public knowledge since Angelina Jolie filed for divorce from Brad Pitt in 2016. She requested full custody of their six children: Vivienne, Zahara, Maddox, Shiloh, Pax, and Knox. Despite being declared legally single in 2019, their divorce remains unresolved. Pax, in particular, has been vocal about his disdain for his father, once calling him a "world-class a--hole" in a Father's Day post in 2020. He accused Pitt of lacking empathy and causing fear among his youngest children.


Impact of the 2016 private jet incident

The 2016 private jet incident, where Brad Pitt allegedly had a physical altercation with Angelina Jolie and two of their children, continues to cast a shadow over his relationship with his kids. Pax's harsh words on social media reflect the deep scars left by that incident.

Finalizing the messy divorce

Despite their legal single status, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have yet to finalize their divorce. The ongoing custody battles and public statements from their children highlight the complexities and emotional toll of their high-profile separation.

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