Nearly two months after Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt‘s daughter Shiloh Jolie-Pitt filed to drop “Pitt” from her last name, the 18-year-old has completed the next step in California’s name-change process. Shiloh recently published an announcement in the Los Angeles Times to declare that she has filed to change her name to simply “Shiloh Jolie.”
According to California law, before a judge can approve a petition to change one’s name, the legal forms must be published in a newspaper for one month. This mandatory publication ensures transparency and gives the public an opportunity to object if there are any legal reasons. Once published, the request will then appear in the legal notice section of the paper, moving the process forward.
Shiloh’s Announcement and Legal Steps
“The reminders that he’s lost his children are, of course, not easy for Brad. He loves his children deeply and misses them immensely. It’s very sad and challenging for him to cope with.”
Shiloh’s decision to change her name legally signifies a major step in her life and personal identity. The public announcement in the Los Angeles Times is a requirement under California law before the judge can finalize the name change. This step ensures transparency and allows for any legal objections to be raised before the process is completed.
Family Dynamics and Emotional Impact
Brad Pitt is “aware and upset” that his daughter Shiloh filed to drop Pitt from her last name, sources tell PEOPLE:
“He’s aware and upset that Shiloh dropped his last name. He’s never felt more joy than when she was born. He always wanted a daughter. The reminders that he’s lost… pic.twitter.com/RfpqVjjBie
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“He’s still happy with Ines [de Ramon],” the source continued, but the distance from his children “pains him.” Despite his personal happiness, the separation from his children remains a source of heartache for Pitt. The constant reminders of his estranged relationship with his children weigh heavily on him.
This emotional distance highlights the ongoing challenges within the Jolie-Pitt family, as they navigate their complex relationships. Shiloh’s name change comes at a time when family connections are strained and complicated by both public scrutiny and private struggles. The impact of these changes continues to shape their family dynamic.
Legal Process and Shiloh’s Birthday
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s daughter, Shiloh, is taking the next step to ditch her dad’s last name — all so a judge can speed things up and make it all official.
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As previously confirmed to PEOPLE by someone familiar with the matter, Shiloh’s documents were filed on Monday, May 27, which also happened to be her 18th birthday. This significant step, coinciding with her milestone birthday, underscores the importance of the change to Shiloh. Filing on such a meaningful date emphasizes her desire for a fresh start and personal independence.
Jolie, 48, and Pitt, 60, share six kids: Maddox, 22, Zahara, 19, Shiloh, Pax, 20, and twins Knox and Vivienne, 16. A source close to the family recently told PEOPLE that the actor has “virtually no contact” with his adult kids but still has visitation with his younger children. The limited contact highlights ongoing challenges and complexities in maintaining family bonds amidst their busy schedules.
Custody Agreement and Visitation Rights
“He has virtually no contact with the adult kids,” the source said. “His engagement with the younger kids is more limited in recent months because of his filming schedule.” Despite the distance, Pitt remains committed to maintaining a relationship with his children. The source also noted that the couple’s custody agreement allows visitation rights to their minor children.
“[Angelina] has the kids most of the time, but per their agreement, he has visitation with the younger kids,” the source shared. This arrangement underscores the complexity of their family dynamics. In conclusion, the name change process for Shiloh Jolie reflects deeper familial issues and highlights the challenges faced by Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie in maintaining relationships with their children amidst personal and professional commitments.
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