In a recent legal update, Shiloh Nouvel Jolie-Pitt, the third-oldest child of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, has officially dropped "Pitt" from her name. The Los Angeles court granted Shiloh's petition to change her name to Shiloh Nouvel Jolie on Monday. This change comes as Shiloh, who celebrated her 18th birthday on May 27, took the step to formalize her decision.
Interestingly, while several of the Jolie-Pitt children have informally chosen to omit "Pitt" from their names, Shiloh is the first to make it official through the legal system. For instance, their daughter Vivienne was listed simply as "Vivienne Jolie" in a Broadway program for “The Outsiders.” This marks a significant moment in the ongoing evolution of the Jolie-Pitt family's public identities.
Alongside Shiloh and Vivienne, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have four other children: Maddox, Pax, Zahara, and Knox. The couple, who were together for a decade before tying the knot in 2014, have had their share of public and legal battles. Jolie and Pitt’s relationship, which once captivated the public, has been marred by legal disputes since their separation. Jolie filed for divorce in 2016, and although a judge declared them legally single in 2019, their divorce remains unresolved, with custody and financial disputes still hanging in the balance.
Adding to the drama, the couple's split has been complicated by lawsuits over their shared business ventures and properties, including a picturesque winery in France. In a particularly tense 2022 court filing, Jolie alleged that during a 2016 flight, Pitt exhibited violent behavior, including grabbing her by the head, shaking her, and even choking one of their children.
This legal drama underscores a period of significant turbulence for the former couple, who have faced ongoing scrutiny and legal battles since their separation. Despite the tumult, the Jolie-Pitt children have continued to make their own choices and carve out their own identities.
The decision by Shiloh to officially drop "Pitt" from her name is a notable shift. It reflects a desire for personal autonomy and perhaps a move toward distancing herself from the complexities of her parents' public and legal issues. Jolie herself had a similar experience years earlier, choosing to drop her father Jon Voight’s surname in 2002 after their relationship soured.
As Shiloh steps into adulthood, her decision to formally change her name marks a significant milestone. It also highlights the ongoing evolution of the Jolie-Pitt family as they navigate their individual paths amid the public eye and personal challenges.
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