Maddox Jolie-Pitt Officially Drops Father's Surname in New Film Credits
In a notable development within the high-profile family, Maddox Jolie-Pitt, the eldest son of Hollywood stars Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, has officially removed "Pitt" from his surname in the credits of his newest film project. The 24-year-old, who worked as an assistant director on the drama "Couture," starring his mother, is now credited simply as Maddox Jolie, as reported by People magazine.
Details of the Film and Credit Change
The film "Couture" debuted in French movie theaters on Wednesday, February 25, featuring Angelina Jolie in the role of Maxine Walker, a woman diagnosed with breast cancer whose life intersects with two other women during Paris Fashion Week. In the end credits, Maddox's name appeared as "Maddox Jolie," marking a clear departure from previous listings. This contrasts with his credit in the 2024 film "Maria," where he was listed as Maddox Jolie-Pitt as an executive producer.
Broader Trend Among Jolie-Pitt Children
Maddox is not the first of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's six children to drop the "Pitt" surname. In 2023, their daughter Zahara, now 21, referred to herself as "Zahara Marley Jolie" during her induction ceremony into the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority at Spelman College in Atlanta, omitting "Pitt" from her name. Similarly, in 2024, Shiloh Jolie-Pitt, the couple's first biological daughter, was listed as "Vivienne Jolie" in the Playbill for the Broadway play "The Outsiders," which she helped produce with her mother.
Angelina Jolie, 50, and Brad Pitt, 62, share five other children: Pax, 22, Zahara, 21, Shiloh, 19, and 17-year-old twins Vivienne and Knox. The surname changes have reportedly caused emotional distress for Brad Pitt, with a source telling People that he was "aware and upset" about Shiloh's decision, noting that he "always wanted a daughter" and finds the situation "very sad" as it reminds him of the distance from his children.
Impact and Reactions
The ongoing surname adjustments among the Jolie-Pitt children highlight the personal dynamics within the family following Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's divorce. These changes are seen as symbolic gestures, reflecting the children's alignment with their mother amid the couple's protracted legal and custody battles. The trend underscores the complexities of celebrity family life and the public nature of their personal decisions.
