In a recent development within the Jolie-Pitt family, Shiloh Jolie-Pitt, the daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, has filed a request in court to officially drop “Pitt” from her last name, seeking to go simply by “Shiloh Jolie.” However, Angelina Jolie, Shiloh’s mother, remains notably silent on the matter.

According to a source close to the situation, Angelina Jolie’s silence is due to the fact that Shiloh hired her own lawyer and independently financed the legal proceedings herself. This means that Angelina Jolie is not privy to the details and therefore cannot speak on behalf of Shiloh’s decision.

Shiloh’s request for a name change was filed in court on May 27, coinciding with her 18th birthday. This move marks Shiloh as the first of Angelina and Brad’s children to seek an official change to her surname. Notably, this decision follows similar actions taken by her older sister, Zahara Jolie-Pitt, who dropped “Pitt” from her last name and introduced herself as “Zahara Marley Jolie” at an event. Vivienne Jolie-Pitt, another sibling, also followed suit by using “Vivienne Jolie” in her professional credits.

While Shiloh’s name change request highlights her desire to assert her individual identity, it also sheds light on the complex family dynamics within the Jolie-Pitt household. Angelina Jolie’s own history of legally dropping her father’s surname, Voight, further underscores the significance of personal identity within the family.

The relationship between Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, marked by its Hollywood glamour and tumultuous moments, has faced public scrutiny throughout the years. From their high-profile romance to their contentious divorce and ongoing legal battles, the Jolie-Pitt saga continues to captivate the public’s attention.

As Shiloh Jolie-Pitt takes steps to redefine her identity, her journey serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges and complexities inherent in navigating fame, family, and personal autonomy within the spotlight of celebrity.