Zahara Jolie-Pitt'S Bold Move: Ditching Dad'S Last Name

Zahara's Legal Leap: Dropping 'Pitt' for Good

In a move that’s making waves, Zahara Jolie-Pitt, daughter of Hollywood icons Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, has filed to officially drop her father’s last name. Legal documents reveal that Zahara, 21, submitted the petition to the Superior Court of California in April, and proceedings are set for a September 28 hearing in Los Angeles.

The move is part of a larger trend among the Jolie-Pitt children, as Zahara’s younger sister, Shiloh, has also taken similar steps to change her name. Amidst the ongoing family drama, a source shared with Us Weekly, "It’s unfortunate when a parent deliberately alienates their children from the other."

"The children are now adults and make their own decisions," a close insider commented on the situation. "It’s really horrible that he [Pitt] has tried to paint himself as a victim. When will people start asking real questions about what happened to the kids?"

The Jolie-Pitt Saga: Divorce and Custody Battles

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's high-profile split has been anything but smooth sailing. Jolie filed for divorce back in 2016, citing "irreconcilable differences," and the legal battles over their six children have been ongoing ever since. The divorce was finally settled in December 2024, marking the end of an eight-year saga.

In the midst of this, Zahara appears to be carving her own path, celebrating her achievements without the 'Pitt' surname. At her college graduation, she was introduced simply as "Zahara Marley Jolie," a subtle yet significant nod to her independence.

What's Next for the Jolie-Pitt Clan?

With Zahara's name change, the spotlight remains on the Jolie-Pitt family dynamics. Brad Pitt, while reportedly upset by his children's decisions, is still hopeful for reconciliation. A source revealed, "After years of legal battles, Brad still isn’t ready to give up on his children. But knowing his children are dropping his last name is upsetting."

The drama isn't just limited to Zahara. Shiloh, her sister, also made headlines by hiring her own lawyer to drop the 'Pitt' surname, a move that was finalized without a hearing. Meanwhile, Maddox has similarly sought to distance himself legally from the Pitt name.

As the Jolie-Pitt children continue to navigate their identities, the public watches closely, eager to see what comes next in this unfolding family narrative.