Maddox Jolie-Pitt has filed legal documents requesting to drop the surname "Pitt" from his name [1].
The filing marks a significant escalation in the public family divide between the actor and his former spouse. As the eldest child, Maddox's decision follows a pattern of his siblings distancing themselves from their father's name after reaching adulthood [1].
Reports indicate the 24-year-old [2] is seeking to be known as Maddox Jolie or Maddox Chivan Jolie [1, 2]. The request comes amid an ongoing and highly publicized feud between Jolie and Pitt, which has seen multiple legal battles over custody and assets.
Maddox is the fourth of the couple's children to file for the removal of the Pitt surname [1]. This trend suggests a coordinated or shared sentiment among the children as they transition into independent adulthood, a shift that further isolates Brad Pitt from his offspring.
While the specific motivations for the timing of the filing were not detailed in the public documents, the move aligns with previous actions taken by his siblings. The legal process for name changes typically requires a petition to the court to ensure the change is not being made for fraudulent purposes.
The outcome of the filing will determine whether the young man officially adopts the name Maddox Jolie or the more specific Maddox Chivan Jolie [1, 2].
“Maddox is the fourth of the children to drop the Pitt surname”
The systematic removal of the Pitt surname by four of the children indicates a profound and lasting breakdown in the paternal relationship. Beyond a personal choice, these legal filings serve as a public signal of the children's alignment with Angelina Jolie, potentially impacting the optics of any remaining legal disputes between the parents.
