In a significant move that has fueled speculation about her family dynamics, Shiloh Jolie-Pitt, the daughter of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, has publicly addressed rumors surrounding her parents’ tumultuous relationship. Shiloh, now 18, recently filed a legal notice to change her name, dropping her father’s surname and opting to be known simply as Shiloh Jolie.
The decision to distance herself from her father’s last name has raised eyebrows, especially given the high-profile divorce and custody battle between Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie that has stretched on for nearly eight years. Shiloh’s choice, along with her siblings’ apparent alignment with their mother, has prompted renewed attention to the family’s internal strife.
Angelina Jolie filed for divorce from Brad Pitt in 2016 after two years of marriage, citing irreconcilable differences. However, the deeper issues that led to the split became public over time, most notably a private jet incident in 2016 where Pitt was allegedly physically abusive toward Jolie and their children.
Jolie’s legal team later stated that Pitt’s abusive behavior had been ongoing, but the flight marked a turning point for the family. This altercation reportedly contributed to Jolie’s decision to leave Pitt for the sake of their children.
While Pitt has denied allegations of abuse, the ongoing custody battle has been bitter, with both parents vying for time with their six children. In 2021, Pitt was granted joint custody, but the legal wrangling continues.
Shiloh’s decision to legally change her name comes at a time when she is stepping into adulthood. While she has mostly stayed out of the limelight regarding her parents’ drama, this move signals a possible shift in her public stance.
Sources close to the family suggest that Shiloh and her siblings are closer to their mother, with all of the children—Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, and twins Knox and Vivienne—reportedly supporting Jolie during the divorce.
Shiloh’s attorney, Peter LaVine, confirmed that the legal notice of her name change was published in accordance with California law, which requires petitioners to publish such notices for four weeks before a court date. While the reason behind Shiloh’s decision remains personal and undisclosed, it is widely believed that the ongoing tension between her parents has had a significantimpact on her
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As Shiloh Jolie moves forward with her new name, the spotlight will inevitably remain on the family. The public nature of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s divorce has made their children collateral damage in a legal battle that shows no sign of ending soon.
For Shiloh, this name change could be a step toward asserting her independence and moving beyond the shadow of her parents’ turbulent relationship. Time will tell whether this decision helps her carve out her own identity or further intensifies the rift between Brad Pitt and his children.
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