Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s youngest daughter, Vivienne, has recently followed in the footsteps of three of her siblings by filing a petition to legally remove “Pitt” from her last name. This move marks a significant moment in the ongoing dynamics of the high-profile family, which has garnered considerable public attention.
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Vivienne joins her older siblings, Maddox, Zahara, and Shiloh, in expressing a desire to change their surnames. While Shiloh’s petition was granted in 2024, the requests from Maddox, Zahara, and Vivienne are still under consideration. The reason provided for these changes is described as “personal” in court filings, signalling a wish for privacy during this family transition.
The Jolie-Pitt family consists of six children: Maddox, now 24; Pax, aged 22; Zahara, 21; Shiloh, 20; and the 18-year-old twins, Knox and Vivienne. In a recent filing on July 21, Vivienne sought to be legally recognised as Vivienne Marcheline Jolie, departing from her father’s surname amidst ongoing family matters.
According to a source close to Angelina Jolie, the actress hopes for a peaceful resolution to the current situation, stating, “Angie hasn’t been fighting and isn’t angry. She just wants everyone to heal.” This sentiment appears to reflect a desire for the family to move forward positively amidst public scrutiny.
The topic of name changes has come to light primarily through media reports, as neither Jolie nor Pitt have publicly addressed the decisions made by their children. A source close to Pitt remarked that it is disheartening to witness what they perceive as an intentional distancing of the children from their father. They suggested that a more sympathetic understanding of the children’s situation may arise if more context were made public.
Shiloh Jolie-Pitt successfully changed her name in August 2024, while Zahara’s and Maddox’s requests are still pending. Their legal proceedings include hearings scheduled for September, with Zahara’s set for the 28th following Maddox’s on the 14th. Additionally, Vivienne’s request is slated for a courtroom hearing on November 2, as outlined in court documents.
Legal documents obtained by various media outlets have shown that the applications to change their names have also been published in the Los Angeles Daily Journal, a necessary step in the legal process under California law. This indicates an ongoing commitment to obtain the desired name changes as the siblings navigate the complexities of their family dynamics.
Media narratives surrounding the family have persisted in the years following Jolie and Pitt’s separation, highlighting the challenges they face as high-profile individuals. Pitt, 62, recently shared his thoughts on the importance of family, suggesting that as he matures, he understands the value of surrounding oneself with loved ones. This perspective underscores the ongoing significance of familial relationships in both his life and the lives of his children.
As the Jolie-Pitt family continues to evolve, the requests to change surnames reflect deeper personal journeys for each child. It remains to be seen how these changes will impact family dynamics in the years to come and whether the public will gain further insight into the private lives of Jolie and Pitt’s children.