Shiloh Jolie Ditches ‘Pitt’: Inside Angelina’s Daughter’s Name Change
Quick PSA: If you thought Shiloh Jolie-Pitt was set in stone, think again. The now-17-year-old daughter of Angelina Jolie officially filed to remove “Pitt” from her surname this spring, and court records confirm the shift. According to the Los Angeles Superior Court filing obtained by People Magazine, Shiloh Ange Jolie is her new legal moniker—no hyphens, no “Pitt” attached.
Let’s unpack this without overhyping it. Born May 27, 2006, Shiloh has quietly grown up in the glare of her famous parents. Fans first caught wind of the name tweak when the case was logged on March 14, 2024, under seal—but the name-change detail remained public. People Magazine’s exclusive scoop and filings spotted by legal observer The Hollywood Reporter both verify the update. Unlike standard minor name changes that require parental consent, Shiloh’s petition hints at her own agency—Angelina Jolie’s signature appears as approval, while Brad Pitt’s does not.
Why now? In her early teens, Shiloh began cultivating a style all her own—from boyish cuts on red carpets to low-key public outings with her mom. Friends say she’s always been fiercely independent, often joining Jolie on Joi-toasts for humanitarian trips rather than typical Hollywood hangouts. Dropping “Pitt” aligns her brand with Angelina’s surname, a move insiders note has resonance given the custody tug-of-war that followed the Jolie-Pitt split in 2016. The duo share legal and physical custody of all six kids, but Shiloh’s name pivot underscores where she feels most rooted.
Of course, name changes among celeb kids aren’t new—look at Willow and Jaden Smith exploring new surnames back in the day—but this one feels particularly pointed because it’s so understated. No Instagram announcements, no flashy lawyer statements. It’s a soft launch that found its way into public records, a millennial-era stealth play.
Still curious if this is a total cut-and-dry family consensus? The petition stamp shows Angelina signed off on the change on April 2, 2024, while Pitt’s lack of signature raises eyebrows among fan forums on Reddit and X. Legal experts tell People that, since both parents share custody, Jolie’s nod may suffice under California law. But rumors will swirl: Is this a power move, a personal preference, or a subtle rebranding by teenage Shiloh?
This refresh doesn’t just matter for autograph-hungry fans at premieres—it’s a milestone for Shiloh’s own identity journey. She’s carving out her corner of the Jolie empire, stepping out from the collective Pitt shadow. What’s next on her agenda? An updated passport, a new social-media handle, or something even more unexpected? We’re watching.
Anyway, that’s the deal. Do with it what you will.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine, The Hollywood Reporter
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