Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · June 5, 2025 · Entertainment

Shiloh Jolie Embraces Father's Legacy: New Look After Dropping Last Name

Shiloh Jolie was seen outside her Los Angeles dance studio on Wednesday. The 18-year-old student had on no makeup as she wore her white blonde hair up in a messy updo with a hair tie

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The Jolie-Pitt Drama Continues: Angelina Turns 50, Brad Spills on Divorce and Shiloh's Identity Crisis!

In a shocking turn of events, Angelina Jolie is finally embracing her 50s in style! The Oscar-winning actress celebrated her milestone birthday surrounded by loved ones, but it seems she's leaving the drama-filled past behind. Meanwhile, her ex-husband Brad Pitt is speaking out about their messy divorce and its aftermath.

The Los Angeles resident was dressed in a navy blue sweatshirt and dark sweat pants and white sneakers as she held onto her cell phone

But that's not all - their kids are growing up fast, and we've got exclusive updates on Shiloh Jolie's new identity crisis! Is she more like mom or dad? We spill the tea!

Angelina Turns 50 in Style

The Hollywood starlet is trading in her 40s drama for a fresh start. According to sources close to the actress, Angelina celebrated her big day with an intimate gathering surrounded by those closest to her.

Fans have taken to social media in recent months to debate if the young adult looks more like her mother Angelina Jolie or father Brad Pitt. In this image, she certainly resembled e her dad, whose last name she has dropped in recent months. Pitt seen in 1988

"A small celebration was all she wanted," revealed a pal. "She's not interested in drawing attention to herself on this special occasion."

But don't be fooled - insiders claim Angelina is thrilled about turning 50 and feels more grounded than ever! "She sees aging as a positive thing, especially after losing her mom so young," explained the source.

Her mother Marcheline Bertrand passed away in 2007 at just 56. The actress has always been close to her family, but this milestone birthday marks a new chapter for Angelina.

Jolie poses for a portrait in 1991 in Los Angeles

"She's embracing it like never before," said the insider. "She feels calm, inspired, and excited about what's ahead."

This is quite a change from her dramatic divorce with Brad Pitt, which left fans reeling for years. But it seems Angelina has finally moved on - and she's not looking back!

Brad Spills on Divorce Drama

'The kids are amazing and thriving,' said the insider. Seen with ex Pitt in 2014 in LA

In an exclusive interview with GQ, Brad Pitt spoke out about the conclusion of his long-running divorce proceedings with Angelina.

"It was just something coming to fruition," he said nonchalantly. "Legally speaking."

But what really caught our attention was when Brad downplayed the significance of their divorce settlement - which has been a hot topic for years!

And the site also shared that the Los Angeles native is welcoming her fifties: 'She seems genuinely excited and happy about turning 50,' said the pal. With Pitt and kids in Tokyo

"It's not that major of a thing," he claimed. "Just something that needed to happen."

The couple's legal disputes have centered around custody of their six children and the division of assets, including the Château Miraval winery in France.

When asked about the media scrutiny surrounding his private life, Brad quipped: "It's been in the news for 30 years, bro. Or some version of my personal life, let's put it that way."

Angelina Jolie turned 50-years-old on Wednesday. It is quite the milestone for the Oscar-winning actress. But there are many things that fans may not know about the mother-of-six. To celebrate her big birthday, DailyMail.com has complied a list of 50 facts about her. Seen May 16

The actor is currently dating jewelry executive Ines de Ramon and seems to be enjoying a more low-key lifestyle.

Shiloh Jolie's Identity Crisis

But what about their kids? Shiloh, one of the couple's six children, has been making headlines in recent months for her identity crisis!

Jolie's godparents are actors Jacqueline Bisset (pictured with Jolie in January) and Maximilian Schell. Bisset was specifically asked to be Jolie's godmother by her mother, Marcheline Bertrand, while Bertrand was pregnant

Is she more like mom or dad? Fans have been debating on social media, with some claiming she bears a striking resemblance to Angelina.

In new photos obtained by The Scholarly Note, Shiloh was spotted outside her Los Angeles dance studio looking every bit the cool teenager. She rocked a messy updo and navy blue sweatpants - definitely more Brad-esque!

However, sources close to the actress claim Shiloh is still figuring out who she wants to be.

Jolie has a private pilot's license and flies a Cirrus SR22 aircraft, which is a single-engine four- or five-seat composite aircraft

"She's going through a phase of self-discovery," said an insider. "She's trying to find her own identity outside of being 'Shiloh Jolie'."

It seems this isn't just a case of teenage angst - but a genuine attempt to forge her own path in life!

The Full Story on the Jolie-Pitt Drama

The humanitarian has visited Iraq on several occasions in her role as Special Envoy for the UNHCR (UN Refugee Agency). She has traveled to various locations in Iraq, including Mosul and the Sinjar region; at an Azraq Syrian refugee camp in 2016

So what really went down during their divorce? We've got the tea on the long-running custody battle and business disputes.

According to sources, Angelina filed for divorce in 2016 after the couple separated. The divorce proceedings have been marred by bitter custody battles and disagreements over assets.

Brad has since spoken out about the experience - claiming it was a "long and difficult" process that left him feeling drained.

Jolie has met Queen Elizabeth II. In 2014, Jolie received an honorary damehood from the Queen at Buckingham Palace for her work in U.K. foreign policy and her campaign to end sexual violence in war zones

But what's next? Will they ever see eye-to-eye on issues like co-parenting and asset division?

Only time will tell, but for now, it seems Angelina is embracing her new chapter in life.

Jolie has appeared on approximately 28 Vogue covers across different international editions, including American, British, and Japanese Vogue

When she wed Brad Pitt in France, her veil and train had embroidered drawings on them from their six children; seen in 2012

In 2023, she launched Atelier Jolie in New York City. She attends many of the store's events. Seen there on May 14

The beauty's first role was as Tosh Warner in 1982's Lookin' To Get Out; she was billed as Angelina Jolie Voight. Her co-stars were dad Jon as well as legend Ann-Margret

Her brother James Haven has appeared in several of her movies: 1998's Gia, 1998's Hell's Kitchen and 2001's Original Sin (seen in 1988)

Gwen Stefani at iHeartRadio's 102.7 KIIS FM Wango Tango 2025 Presented by Fiji Airways held at the Huntington City Beach on May 10

Her tattoo artists are Sompong Kanphai for traditional Thai tattoos, including the iconic Bengal tiger on her back. Mark Mahoney has also been a frequent choice, designing and applying intricate designs like the Stay Gold tattoo and the recent dainty bird tattoo. Mr. K has worked on her hands, and Bang Bang tattoo studio has also been involved.

The Oscars love her: Jolie won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for Girl, Interrupted (1999), pictured far right. She was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Christine Collins in Changeling (2008). In 2014 she was given the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Awards by the Academy