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Brad Pitt is reportedly not ready to “give up” on his children despite the ongoing legal battle with his ex-wife, Angelina Jolie. According to US Weekly, the former power couple’s first-born daughter, Shiloh Jolie-Pitt, has submitted a petition to the LA court to remove her father’s last name from her surname.
Adding to the familial strife, Shiloh’s older sister, Zahara, and her youngest sister, Vivienne, have also introduced themselves using their mother’s surname at public events. This decision has deeply affected Brad Pitt. “The Fight Club actor was devastated by this choice,” an insider revealed to US Weekly.
The source elaborated, “To him, it was more than a change of name — it was a symbol of a deeper estrangement that has been brewing for years.” This symbolic gesture underscores the strained relationship between Brad and his children, which has been a point of public and private contention since his separation from Angelina.
The report further shared that the Bullet Train actor “doesn’t have much of a relationship with his kids,” however, “he’s not ready to give up on them, but knowing they are dropping his name is upsetting.”
On the other side, Brad’s estranged children have “struggled to forgive and connect with” him since the tumultuous divorce. “Their mom is the head of the household, and she’s raised them with love and selflessness their whole lives. Once Brad left, it was very hard for them to see him go to war with her,” the source added.
Brad and Angelina, who parted ways in 2016, have been entangled in legal matters ever since. The couple shares six children: Shiloh, 17, Maddox, 22, Pax, 20, Zahara, 19, and twins Vivienne and Knox, 15. The dissolution of their marriage and the subsequent legal battles have had profound effects on their family dynamics.
The ongoing legal and emotional turmoil highlights the complexities of co-parenting post-divorce, especially in the public eye. Brad Pitt’s resolve to maintain a relationship with his children, despite the setbacks and emotional pain, reflects the broader struggles many parents face in similar circumstances.
The family’s saga continues to unfold, with the public keenly observing each development. While the future remains uncertain, the resilience and hope for reconciliation within the family remain pivotal themes in this high-profile case.
