Vivienne Jolie-Pitt has reportedly dropped her father’s surname amid her parents’ legal drama. This follows claims that Angelina Jolie is trying to alienate her children from Brad Pitt, further straining their relationship with their father.

Vivienne Jolie-Pitt is one of the twins of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt. When the twins were born in 2008, Brad was “very pleased to be at the birth of his children, very moved and very emotional,” said OB/GYN Dr. Michel Sussman.

Now 15, Vivienne is exploring her artistic side with her mom’s strong support. According to People, the Playbill for the musical “The Outsiders” lists her as “Vivienne Jolie,” notably without “Pitt.” This name change marks a significant step in Vivienne’s evolving public identity.

In the musical, Vivienne works as a production assistant, and her mother, Angelina, is the producer. She often joins her mom during the musical’s promotional tour.

In a recent appearance on “Today,” she was spotted watching Angelina from the crowd. Reflecting on her daughter’s role in the musical, Angelina shared that Vivienne’s enthusiasm for the project is driven by its focus on family.

The veteran actress said, “And the same reason it responded to her, the same reason she wanted me next to her watching it, the same reason we all hugged when I came out here is because this is about family and it’s about community…”

Before the promotional tour, the mother-daughter pair were spotted attending the musical’s preview in New York City. This rare outing marked a significant public appearance for Vivienne, her first since 2021, drawing attention from fans and media alike.

Vivienne’s reported name change and recent public appearances highlight the evolving dynamics of the Jolie-Pitt family. However, she’s not the first of Angelina and Brad’s six children to change their name; Zahara made a similar change late last year.

In November 2023, Zahara joined Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. at Spelman College. A video shared by Essence shows Zahara’s new sorority sisters cheering as she takes center stage. She proudly announced, “My name is Zahara Marley Jolie,” seemingly dropping her dad’s last name before dancing and flipping her hair.

These changes in the children’s names come amid court documents suggesting Angelina may have influenced their strained relationship with Brad.

Recent claims against the actress surfaced through a statement from Tony Webb, owner of SRS Global, a security company that provided personal protection for Angelina. Webb, employed under Jolie from 2000 to 2020, shared insights from his experience.

“One of the two individuals, Ross Foster, specified that he intended to testify regardless of the NDA if he received a court subpoena,” Webb stated. He further revealed disturbing details about the potential testimony.

“When Mr. Foster told me this, he also told me that if asked, he would testify about statements he overheard that Ms. Jolie made to the children, encouraging them to avoid spending time with Mr. Pitt during custody visits,” he claimed.

This revelation sparked a fierce reaction across social media platforms, with many expressing dismay at Angelina. Others showed concern over the potential impact on the Jolie-Pitt children.

“The fact that she cannot see the harm this is doing to their kids is just shocking,” one person commented. This was echoed by another commenter who noted, “It’s probably why Shiloh is moving in with her father now… She’s realized her mother is vindictive and has been trying to alienate them from Brad for years.”

One called Angelina’s alleged move “the worse possible thing a person can do… alienate their children from a parent.” Meanwhile, another declared “Shame on her.”

The debate over Angelina’s actions led some to reflect on the cyclical nature of such behavior, attributing it to her tumultuous upbringing. “Her childhood was similar from what I read. Maybe she can’t break that perpetual cycle or doesn’t want to,” one claimed.

Despite the public’s critical perception, Angelina has continually strived to embody the role of a nurturing, attentive mother. This is, a commitment deeply rooted in the lessons taught by her own mom.

In a candid revelation made back in 2011, Angelina shared insights into her parenting approach, which is heavily influenced by the relationship she cherished with her mother. Angelina emphasized the importance of not just being a parent but also a friend to her children.

She highlighted the invaluable connection she experienced through open communication and shared activities with her mother. This foundation has guided her in fostering a similar bond with her children, ensuring that despite their diverse backgrounds, they feel united as a family.

Remembering her mother’s gentle spirit and unwavering generosity, Angelina aspires to emulate these traits. Her aim is clear: to be as good a mother to her children as her mother was to her.

Besides Vivienne, Knox, and Zahara, Angelina is a mother to Shiloh, Pax, and Maddox. She shares all of them with Brad. However, their once solid family has been broken since the couple’s separation.

Serious allegations of abuse resulted in Angelina and Brad’s high-profile split. In 2016, Angelina filed for divorce, a decision that followed an alarming incident on a private plane on September 14, 2016, just five days before the filing.

According to a countersuit Angelina filed against Brad, the “Maleficent” star described a terrifying altercation aboard the aircraft. The documents claimed that the conflict began even before reaching the airport, with Brad getting into an argument with one of their children. At that time, their kids ranged in age from 8 to 15.

During the flight, Angelina alleged that she questioned Brad about what was wrong, which supposedly triggered a severe reaction from him. Angelina’s recount in the court documents described how Brad verbally attacked her. He later “pulled” her into the airplane’s bathroom.

The altercation escalated as Brad allegedly became physical. The situation reportedly worsened, with Brad accused of physically assaulting their children as well.

Angelina’s filing details that “Pitt choked one of the children and struck another in the face,” caused distress among the siblings, some of whom “pleaded with Pitt to stop” while “many were crying.”

The gravity of these allegations was such that the FBI investigated Brad’s actions on the plane. The investigation concluded with the finding that there was probable cause to charge the actor with a federal crime for his conduct that day. However, the specifics of any legal actions taken following this conclusion were not detailed in Angelina’s claims.

This incident was not just a footnote in their ongoing divorce proceedings but has had lasting implications on their negotiations over a winery they owned. The legal battle over Château Miraval, a French winery the couple purchased over a decade ago, became intertwined with these personal allegations.

Angelina argued that the breakdown in negotiations over her share of the winery stemmed from Brad’s demand that she sign a nondisclosure agreement. This agreement would have prevented her from discussing Brad’s alleged abuse outside of court.

The ongoing disputes and the public nature of their allegations painted a grim picture of what was once viewed as a glamorous Hollywood romance. Brad’s legal team consistently denied the allegations. They stated that while Brad accepted responsibility for certain actions, he would not accept blame for actions he did not commit.

As the tumultuous divorce saga of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt drew to a lengthy close, recent developments suggested that the couple was finally nearing the end of their intense negotiations.

After years of legal battles, there appeared to be a significant shift in the custody arrangement, marking a potential resolution to their prolonged dispute. Brad, originally striving for a 50/50 custody share of their six children, reportedly revised his objectives and stepped back from his pursuit of shared custody.

This change of heart was pivotal, signaling a likely end to the custody battle that had captivated public attention. Reports indicated that Angelina would maintain primary physical custody of the children, while Brad would be granted visitation rights.

This arrangement underscored a shift towards stabilizing the family dynamics post-divorce, particularly for the younger children still under the age of 18.

Despite the heated legal encounters over the years, Brad embraced moving forward in his personal life. He was once spotted enjoying a romantic getaway with his new girlfriend who was noted to bear a resemblance to Angelina.