Vivienne Jolie-Pitt'S Bold Move: Dropping Dad'S Last Name

By Julian
July 24, 2026, 11 a.m.

Vivienne's Bold Step: Embracing Her Identity

Vivienne Jolie-Pitt is making headlines with her latest move to declare independence from her famous parents' shared identity. The youngest of the Jolie-Pitt clan, Vivienne, 18, has filed a petition in the Los Angeles County Superior Court to officially change her last name by dropping "Pitt" and keeping "Jolie." This decision, marked "personal" in her court filing, signifies a fresh chapter for Vivienne as she steps into adulthood.

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s Daughter Vivienne Jolie-Pitt

A Family Affair: The Jolie-Pitt Name Drama

Vivienne isn't the only one in the family seeking a name change. Her siblings have also been making similar moves. Shiloh, her sister, had her petition granted in August 2024, while Maddox, her brother, filed paperwork in April to become Maddox Jolie. Zahara, another sibling, is expected to finalize her name change soon. "It is important to contextualize that Brad was awarded 50/50 custody of the children in 2021," a source close to Pitt mentioned, highlighting the complexities within the family.

Behind the Scenes: A Tumultuous Family History

The Jolie-Pitt family has been under the public eye, especially following Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's high-profile divorce. Their separation has been peppered with legal battles, including disputes over assets like the Château Miraval and allegations of abuse. Angelina accused Brad of assault in 2016, a claim he has denied. Despite these battles, Brad was granted joint custody of their children, although the road has been anything but smooth.

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie

Looking Forward: Vivienne's Next Steps

Vivienne's request to change her name is set for a hearing on November 2, marking another step in her journey to forge her own identity. As she navigates this new path, her decision echoes the choices of her siblings, suggesting a collective family shift toward individuality. Meanwhile, the world watches as the Jolie-Pitt children continue to redefine their identities amidst their parents' ongoing legal saga.

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Julian follows the paper trail: filings, timelines, and who benefits. He reframes drama as facts - contracts, lawsuits, NDAs, and PR strategy - so readers get the full picture, not the spin.