Shiloh Jolie-Pitt, the daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, turned 18 this week and petitioned to change her name right away. The teenager filed paperwork, according to TMZ and People, asking to have the last name “Pitt” legally removed. She chose to go by Shiloh Jolie instead. The announcement coincides with the tumultuous eight-year divorce between Jolie and Pitt, during which time Jolie has accused Pitt of physically assaulting her and one of their six children, which he disputes. Some of the children seem to have disassociated themselves from Pitt in recent years, at least publicly.
Shiloh’s decision to omit the “Pitt” surname now appears to be in line with a Jolie-Pitt family pattern. A playbill named their daughter Vivienne as “Vivienne Jolie” rather than “Vivienne Jolie-Pitt.” She assisted Angelina Jolie in producing the new musical The Outsiders, where the “Pitt” name was omitted. It’s unclear, though, if Vivienne has changed her name officially as well. The oldest of the couple’s sons, Maddox, then 20 years old, was allegedly using “Pitt” as his name on non-legal documents and had testified in a way that “wasn’t very flattering towards Brad” during the former couple’s custody procedures in 2021, according to reports.
Zahara, their 19-year-old daughter, identified herself as “Zahara Marley Jolie” in an initiation video when she joined the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority at Spelman College last year. Apart from Shiloh, it’s unclear if any of the other kids have filed formal requests to alter their names. After two years of marriage, Jolie filed for divorce in 2016. She and Pitt were officially proclaimed single in 2019. A Pitt source told PEOPLE in August 2022 that, despite the exes’ protracted custody dispute, the 60-year-old actor hoped to soon find better ground with his kids. “It’s been a sad situation for years,” they clarified.
Naturally, the Jolie-Pitt family is used to these kinds of antics. After all, Brad was born William Bradley Pitt and gave up his first name when he relocated to Los Angeles to pursue his acting career, while Angelina gave up her father Jon Voight’s surname to become Angelina Jolie. Overall, their family drama keeps developing.
While out on the town with her daughter, Angelina Jolie was approached by paparazzi who asked the actress about her family lineage. Apparently, Angelina Jolie is distantly related to Beyonce. When asked about the facts on the streets, Angelina Jolie had quite an interesting reaction to the news. It is a wild fact that Jolie and Queen B are related. This is the first time it has been brought up to the actress. While being bothered while on the move with her daughter, she was asked whether she knew Beyonce was her 9th cousin thrice removed, to which Angelina Jolie responded, “I don’t know,” while shaking her head and continuing to walk away.
The camera person also asked if she would be willing to invite Beyonce to dinner to meet the family, to which Angelina Jolie responded by nodding her head and continuing on her day. Marie Bertrand, the mother of Angelina Jolie, descends from French nobility. Her lineage extends back to the French monarch Phillip II, who was the son of Louis VII in the twelfth century. This connects Jolie to Phillip’s half-sister, Marie of France, a formidable French princess at the time. Jolie is also Her Royal Highness Queen Elizabeth II’s 26th cousin. Her lineage apparently has some crossover with Beyonce.
Apparently, Beyonce is Angelina Jolie’s ninth cousin thrice removed. The family tree is quite complicated, but it seems to be a real fact. It doesn’t seem like Angelina Jolie cares all that much, probably because she was being filmed and questioned while just trying to go about her day with her daughter. It is a fun little fact that fans can dissect and get behind. In other news, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are still juggling the turmoil of their divorce.
In 2016, Jolie filed for divorce and requested exclusive physical custody of their kids. The divorce alleges physical and mental abuse carried out by Pitt. Jolie was also reported to have urged her children to avoid their father in the midst of the abuse. Their children together have started to drop Brad’s name from their legal names and have sent some pretty inflammatory messages to Jolie’s ex-husband in the years following.
Jon Voight is an iconic American actor whose career spans over five decades. He has accrued a net worth of $55 million by 2024, according to CelebrityNetWorth. Voight’s remarkable range and depth as an actor have earned him critical acclaim, including an Academy Award, and have made him a respected figure in the film industry. His roles in films such as Midnight Cowboy, Coming Home, and Deliverance have showcased his acting prowess and left a lasting impact on cinema.
Storied Career In Film
LOS ANGELES, CA – MARCH 24: (L-R) James Voight, Barbara Voight, Angelina Jolie and. Jon Voight attend 58th Annual Academy Awards on March 24, 1986 at the. Dorothy Changler Pavilion in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images)
Jon Voight’s rise to fame began with his performance in Midnight Cowboy (1969). He played Joe Buck, a role that earned him his first Academy Award nomination. This film marked a significant turning point in his career, establishing him as a talented actor capable of handling complex roles. His 1978 role in Coming Home as a paraplegic Vietnam War veteran won him an Oscar for Best Actor, cementing his reputation for delivering powerful performances. Over the years, Voight has taken on various characters, demonstrating his versatility and commitment to his craft.
Television Roles & Later Career
Jon Voight, Angelina Jolie and James Haven (Photo by Ke.Mazur/WireImage)
In addition to his cinematic achievements, Jon Voight has also made significant contributions to television. He starred in the drama series Ray Donovan as Mickey Donovan. This role brought him renewed critical acclaim and several award nominations, showcasing his ability to adapt to the changing landscape of modern entertainment. Over the years, his work in both film and television has kept him relevant in the industry and enriched his professional portfolio, contributing to his financial success.
Legacy & Influence
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 08: Jon Voight attends Disney And Pixar’s. “Lightyear” premiere at El Capitan Theatre on June 08, 2022, also in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images)
Further, Jon Voight is known for his political activism and public speaking, which have made him a prominent public figure outside of acting. His outspoken political views and involvement in various social causes have kept him in the public eye, adding another layer to his complex persona. Overall, Jon Voight’s net worth of $55 million in 2024 is a testament to his enduring success and influence in Hollywood. His career not only reflects significant artistic achievements but also a keen ability to navigate the entertainment industry’s highs and lows over many decades.
Multiplatinum, 12-time Grammy® Award-winner John Legend shares a new single entitled “Don’t Need To Sleep” out today via Republic Records. It soars as a standout from theWe Dare To Dream Soundtrack available on all DSPs. Executive produced by EGOT® superstar Legend and Academy® Award winner Angelina Jolie, the acclaimed 2023 Tribeca Festival selection and refugee sports documentary, We Dare To Dream, is now streaming exclusively on Peacock.
Legend notably co-wrote “Don’t Need To Sleep” with Justin Tranter and Oak Felder—who also produced the song. On the track, soft strings unspool underneath striking and soulful verses punctuated by piano. It culminates on the climactic chorus as he reminds, “Don’t need to sleep to dream.”
Be on the lookout for a powerful music video to accompany the song soon.
Brad Pitt is one of Hollywood’s most bankable stars and a heartthrob since the ‘90s. The actor has consistently been among the most desirable men in entertainment over the years. Throughout his career, Brad Pitt has also been in several relationships, some of them with A-listers as well. After all, nobody could ignore the “Brangelina” wave of the late 2000s and early 2010s. However, while his romance with Angelina Jolie was media gold, it suffered a bitter end, with Jolie and their kids accusing Pitt of abuse.
In recent years, he has been more private with his love life. Nonetheless, for the most part, the press is always aware of who he’s romantically linked with. Pitt’s public dating history, to our knowledge, goes all the way back to the mid-1980s. Here’s a breakdown of the women Brad Pitt has had romantic relationships with since then.
Portrait of American-born British Pop musician Sinitta (born Sinitta Malone), circa 1987. (Photo by Tim Roney/Getty Images)
For two years in the late ‘80s, this British-American singer dated a then-unknown Brad Pitt. Subsequently, over two decades later, Sinitta starred in the reality show I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here (series 11). While participating as a contestant on the show, she revealed to her castmates that she had once been romantically involved with Pitt. “I saw him for two years. He was fun, he was young and very sweet. Some ardent fan gave me a slap when I came out of a supermarket over that relationship,” Sinitta shared. “It was before he made Thelma & Louise, but even I saw that movie and thought ‘Oh my God, what have I done?’”
Robin Givens (1988)
LOS ANGELES – CIRCA 1989: Actors Brad Pitt and Robin Givens pose for a portrait circa 1989 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Vinnie Zuffante/Getty Images)
When Brad Pitt played the character Chuck on an episode of Head of the Class (1987), Robin Givens was one of his co-stars. The pair allegedly grew close after Givens separated from Mike Tyson, who was previously her husband. In his memoir, Undisputed Truth (2013), Tyson accused Givens of having an affair with Pitt before they separated. However, Givens addressed the allegation in a 2019 interview with Andy Cohen, completely denying the accusation.
Jill Schoelen (1988–1989)
Actor Brad Pitt and actress Jill Schoelen attend the ‘Red Heat’ Beverly Hills Premiere on June 14, 1988 at the Academy Theatre in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images)
Another co-star of Pitt’s, Jill Schoelen appeared alongside him on the 1989 comedy slasher film Cutting Class. The pair met on the set of the movie the year before and started dating soon after. In a conversation with The Sun, Brad Pitt discussed the end of one of his first high-profile relationships, and how Schoelen called off their engagement. “I got there, went straight to the set where she was filming, and that night, we went out to dinner,” Pitt said about visiting Schoelen in Hungary. “She told me that she had fallen in love with the director of the film. I was so shocked I said, ‘I’m outta here’.”
E.G. Daily and Brad Pitt during E.G. Daily Album Listening Party – 1989 in Los Angeles, California, United States. ***Exclusive*** (Photo by Barry King/WireImage)
After his heartbreaking separation from Schoelen, Brad Pitt had a fleeting relationship with now-renowned voice actress, E.G.Daily. Their romance didn’t last long, however, and they called it quits soon after. However, the pair remained friends. Daily would subsequently become engaged to professional poker player, Rick Salomon.
Juliette Lewis (1989–1993)
Brad Pitt and Juliette Lewis at the Mann’s Chinese Theater in New York City, NY (Photo by Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images)
Brad Pitt and Juliette Lewis became an item in late 1989, which is one of his longest relationships. The pair met on the set of the crime drama film Too Young To Die. 17 years old at the time, Lewis was a decade younger than Pitt, which evidently raised eyebrows. For a while, however, their relationship went smoothly regardless. The couple lasted about four years before ending things in 1993. At this point, Pitt’s relationship with Lewis was his longest one yet.
Gwyneth Paltrow (1995–1997)
Gwyneth Paltrow and Brad Pitt during 1996 Golden Globe Awards at Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, United States. (Photo by Ke.Mazur/WireImage)
When Pitt played one of his earliest iconic roles in the movie Se7en, he left the set with more than just critical acclaim. Gwyneth Paltrow, who played Pitt’s wife in the movie, almost became his wife in real life as well. During his acceptance speech for Best Supporting Actor at the 1996 Golden Globes, Pitt referred to Paltrow as “the love of my life.” The couple started dating in 1995, and by December 1996, they were engaged to be married. However, in June 1997, they pulled the plug before they were ever able to tie the knot. Despite their romantic separation though, the two have stayed friends in subsequent years.
Jennifer Aniston (1998–2005)
LOS ANGELES – SEPTEMBER 19: Actress Jennifer Aniston and Actor/husband Brad Pitt attend the 56th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards on September 19, 2004 at the Shrine Auditorium, in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston had one of Hollywood’s most famous relationships of the late 90s and early 2000s. They met in 1998, and a couple of months after, in 1999, Pitt proposed to Aniston. Following their engagement, the couple had a grand ceremony for their wedding on July 29, 2000. Surprisingly, five years later, the pair announced that they’d be separating. “This decision is the result of much thoughtful consideration. We happily remain committed and caring friends with great love and admiration for one another. We ask in advance for your kindness and sensitivity in the coming months,” the pair told People.
LOS ANGELES, CA – JANUARY 29: Actors Brad Pitt (L) and Angelina Jolie arrive at the 18th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at The Shrine Auditorium on January 29, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images)
Widely regarded as one of the greatest celebrity relationships when they were together, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt started dating in 2005. They first met in 2003 while shooting for Mr. And Mrs. Smith, and infidelity rumors sparked as a result of their chemistry. However, following Pitt’s divorce in 2005 from Aniston, he and Jolie started dating. They dated for seven years while co-parenting their six children before they got engaged in 2012. Two years later, they got married in a private ceremony in France. In a surprising turn of events, Jolie filed for divorce in 2016, just two years after their marriage. Their divorce was finalized in April 2019.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JULY 09: Emily Ratajkowski attends the WrapWomen Power Women Breakfast at Tribeca Grill on July 09, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images)
Although it was a very brief thing, Pitt dated model Emily Ratajkowski in 2022. Reportedly, their relationship was not very serious as the actor was “keeping his options open.” Ratajkowski had also recently divorced her husband, Sebastian Bear-McClard. Nonetheless, the pair went on a few dates before he moved on to date someone else.
Ines de Ramon (2022 – Present)
Pitt and Ramon have reportedly been dating since mid-2022. However, they were first spotted together in November of that year while attending a Bono concert in Los Angeles. Ines da Ramon, who was formerly married to Vampire Diaries star Paul Wesley, separated from the actor shortly before she started dating Pitt. The jewelry designer and Brad Pitt seem to be quite enamored with one another. Most recently, a report from PEOPLE said they are “very happy and very together.”
For months now, it has been rumored that The Weeknd and Angelina Jolie are romantically involved, ever since the pair was spotted going out to dinner back in July. Jolie stoked those flames in the eyes of some when she expertly avoided a question about The Weeknd during an October interview. Now, though, fans think The Weeknd is directly addressing the topic on his new album Dawn FM, as one lyric from the record is being interpreted as being about his supposed love interest.
On “Here We Go… Again,” he sings, “My new girl, she a movie star / I loved her right, make her scream like Neve Campbell / But when I make her laugh, swear it cures my depressin’ thoughts / ‘Cause baby girl, she a movie star.”
After the album’s release, fans took to Twitter to share their thoughts about those words, with plenty of them believing that it essentially confirms a Weeknd/Jolie relationship.
Dawn FM has only been out for a few hours now, but fans have already found plenty of elements to explore. Aside from the Jolie angle, The Weeknd also gives out a phone number on the album, which turns out to be real and not connected to the artist at all.
Rumors have been swirling around The Weeknd and Angelina Jolie ever since the pair were spotted out at dinner together in Los Angeles. So even though the actress is currently engaged in a round of press interviews to promote her role in the new Marvel movie, The Eternals, you had to know an enterprising young journalist was going to try to get an answer out of her about Abel Tesfaye. An E! News reporter for the Daily Pop had to ask — “Now I have to know, Angelina, because your kids are at the age where they have opinions, so I have to know,” he began. “Were they more excited that you were in The Eternals, or that you are friends with The Weeknd?”
For her part, Jolie dodged the question like the professional she is, not even dropping a hint about Abel and focusing entirely on the movie. “They’re very excited about this film, if that’s what you’re asking,” she responded coyly. But, what she couldn’t hide was a pretty big smile, and a grin and fellow star Salma Hayek who was part of the press blitz alongside Jolie. It’s not quite a hint, but maybe it’s something? The Weeknd won’t stop teasing a new era, so maybe we’ll get more answers out of him in coming weeks.
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