Has the ‘Brangelina’ Drama Hit a New Peak? Brad Pitt Reportedly Struggling with Family Ties Amidst Divorce
The never-ending saga of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s divorce has taken a new turn, with reports suggesting that Brad Pitt has little to no communication with his children. According to sources, while the actor has visitation rights to his younger children, his relationship with his adult children has nearly dissolved.
In a particularly revealing development, Brad and Angelina’s daughter, Shiloh Nouvel Jolie-Pitt, has legally dropped ‘Pitt’ from her surname, opting to be known simply as Shiloh Nouvel Jolie. Shiloh made this change on her 18th birthday, the first day she could legally do so without parental consent.
This move by Shiloh has been interpreted by many as a significant statement amid the ongoing family and media drama surrounding her parents’ divorce, which continues to make headlines even eight years after it initially began.
The divorce, initiated in 2016, has been described by Jolie as a step taken to protect their children, alleging that Pitt was physically abusive during an incident on a private flight from France to California.
Recent reports by People magazine shed light on Brad’s current situation with his children. A source close to the actor shared, “He has virtually no contact with the adult kids. His engagement with the younger kids is more limited in recent months because of his filming schedule.”
Despite having a custody agreement in place, the source notes that Jolie has primary custody of the kids, with Pitt having scheduled visits with his younger children.
The emotional impact of these developments on Pitt is profound. Sources indicate that the actor is deeply affected by the strained relationships and the recent changes, particularly Shiloh’s decision to drop his surname.
“He’s aware and upset that Shiloh dropped his last name. The reminders that he’s lost his children, is of course not easy for Brad. He loves his children and misses them. It’s very sad,” the source added.