Wednesday, September 9, 2026 - Angelina Jolie is putting the focus on her children’s individuality as several of her adult children continue to distance themselves from the Pitt surname.
In a new interview published September 9, Jolie spoke proudly about her children and their different interests, saying she supports them in finding their own paths rather than directing their careers or choices. She highlighted Maddox’s work in filmmaking and pilot training and Pax’s interests in photography and film production.
The comments come as the family remains under intense public scrutiny. Vivienne, 18, has taken steps to change her name from Vivienne Marcheline Jolie-Pitt to Vivienne Marcheline Jolie, following similar moves involving siblings Zahara and Maddox.
Shiloh previously changed her surname to Jolie after turning 18. Vivienne’s name change has also drawn attention because of the wider family tensions surrounding Jolie and Brad Pitt.
Jolie’s latest remarks are therefore likely to draw fresh attention to the complicated relationship between the former couple and their children. While the surname changes are documented personal or legal actions, claims that the children are intentionally trying to “humiliate” Brad Pitt remain an interpretation rather than an established fact.
What is clear is that the family’s personal choices continue to generate major public interest, making Jolie’s comments about raising independent individuals especially timely.
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