Brad Pitt's Son Maddox Legally Changes Name, Citing 'Personal' Reasons
Hollywood star Brad Pitt is facing another family challenge as his eldest son, Maddox Jolie-Pitt, has legally changed his surname. Court documents filed on Thursday confirm Maddox, 24, is no longer using the Pitt surname, citing a reason of 'personal' in the filing.
The name change was officially registered this week, marking a significant development in the ongoing dynamic between Pitt and his children following his separation from Angelina Jolie. While the specific details behind Maddox’s decision remain private, the filing indicates a desire for a new identity, distinct from his father's well-known name.
Maddox, along with his siblings Zahara, Shiloh, Pax, and Vivienne, has navigated a complex family situation since Jolie filed for divorce from Pitt in 2016. Custody arrangements and family relationships have been subjects of ongoing legal proceedings and media attention. This name change adds another layer to this evolving story.
The Daily Mail reported the filing, which simply states the reason as 'personal.' No further details regarding Maddox’s motivations were provided in the court documents. Representatives for both Pitt and Jolie have not yet commented on the name change.
Maddox Jolie-Pitt was born in Cambodia and adopted by Angelina Jolie in 2002. He is currently pursuing studies abroad and has maintained a relatively low public profile in recent years. The name change is expected to take full effect following the completion of the legal process.