Vivienne Jolie Drops ‘Pitt’ – A Legal Name Change Sparks Family Talk

In a move that feels both personal and symbolic, 18‑year‑old Vivienne Marcheline Jolie‑Pitt handed a petition to the Los Angeles Superior Court this week asking that the "Pitt" part of her last name be stripped away. If the judge signs off, she’ll simply be Vivienne Marcheline Jolie – a nod to her mother’s side of the family and, arguably, a quiet statement about the fractured relationship with her father.

The paperwork, obtained by Page Six, lists the reason as merely “personal.” No grand explanation, no dramatic courtroom showdown – just a young adult’s desire to be known by the name that feels right to her. It mirrors a pattern that’s been unfolding across the Jolie‑Pitt clan ever since Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie officially called it quits in December 2024, after eight years of a very public divorce process.

Vivienne isn’t the first sibling to take this step. Her older sister Shiloh successfully dropped "Pitt" in May 2024, shortly after turning 18. In May 2026, their eldest brother Maddox filed similar paperwork, citing personal reasons, and has already been using "Maddox Jolie" in his budding film career. Zahara, the middle sister, followed suit in June, asking to become Zahara Jolie, while twin brother Knox has been signing his name as "Knox Jolie" on school documents, although he hasn’t yet filed a formal petition.

Even before the legal filings, Vivienne began using the shorter name publicly. In May 2024 she was credited as "Vivienne Jolie" in the Playbill for the Broadway production of "The Outsiders," a show her mother helped produce. It was a subtle shift, but the recent court request makes it official.

Those close to the family say the name changes reflect more than just a branding decision; they’re a window into the lingering tensions that have followed the couple’s split. One source described the situation as "complete and total parental alienation," while another, speaking on Angelina’s behalf, emphasized that Angie isn’t angry – she just wants the kids to heal and be left out of the gossip.

Meanwhile, the youngest brother Pax appears to be navigating a middle road. He still sees family gatherings on his dad’s side, including a recent dinner with Brad’s sister Julie Pitt Neal and other relatives, yet other insiders note his connection to Brad remains limited.

All told, the Jolie‑Pitt family’s saga continues to unfold in courtrooms, on social media, and now in the form of legal name changes. Whether these shifts will bring any peace to the siblings remains to be seen, but for Vivienne, at least, it’s a step toward the identity she wants to own.