Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s daughter, Shiloh Jolie-Pitt, has been a subject of interest since she was born. Now, she is gradually becoming her own woman in the celebrity world.
When Angelina Jolie and fellow star Brad Pitt first welcomed their daughter, Shiloh Jolie-Pitt, her birth caused quite a stir. Shiloh had been born in the town of Swakopmund, Namibia, and fans were filled with excitement.
People exclusively shared the official birth photos, and the news franchise also covered the length and breadth of the story. Shiloh was born on May 27, 2006, joining siblings Maddox, Pax, and Zahara. Here’s a look through her young life so far.
Brad Pitt had been right beside his ex-wife when they first had their daughter. Although she already had siblings, Shiloh was her parents’ first biological child.
According to Jolie’s brother, James Haven, it had been overwhelming to see how Brad and his sister doted on their newborn daughter. Shiloh already had her dad’s eye color at birth, but the pouty lips were unmistakably Jolie’s.
Haven had visited the hospital in Namibia alongside Jolie’s oldest, Maddox, who immediately launched into big brother mode. Maddox was said to have imitated his dad while carrying little Shiloh. Jolie had particularly prepared him for his little sister’s arrival, and he understood what was happening.
Brad’s parents, Bill and Jane Pitt, flew to Namibia to get the first look at their granddaughter. Jolie’s mom, Marcheline Bertrand, also expressed her happiness about the arrival.
Jolie’s Twins Are Born
Two years after Shiloh entered the world, her younger siblings Knox and Vivienne joined the big blended family. The twins, delivered by Dr. Michael Sussman, had been born via C-section, just like Shiloh.
Brad maintained his position as an unwavering supporter, giving Jolie all the strength she needed as her belly was opened to usher in their twin boy and girl. According to Sussman, the pair were born healthy, weighing 5.03 lbs and 5lbs.
Once speaking about her kids in a Vanity Fair exclusive, Jolie gushed over Shiloh, noting that she was “hysterically funny” and is one of the most playful people. She also spoke of Maddox’s intellect and Zahara’s beautiful voice.
Watching her daughter, the “Salt” actress could decipher how much they were alike. She stated that she was much like Shiloh while growing up. Jolie shared:
“Goofy and verbal, the early signs of a performer. I used to get dressed up in costumes and jump around.”
At another time, Jolie stated that Shiloh physically looked like her dad. However, she sweetly spoke of the youngster’s features, noting that she could be the “family’s outcast.” This was due to Shiloh’s blonde and blue eyes.
In the same interview, Jolie shared some of her reservations about her blended family. She recalled initially not wanting a biological child after adoption. However, after seeing Brad with Zahara and Maddox, she knew a biological child would not be a threat. She stated:
“Shiloh seemed so privileged from the moment she was born. But I’m conscious that I have to make sure I don’t ignore her needs, just because I think the others are more vulnerable.”
Shiloh’s Formative Years
The Jolie-Pitt family has created an unstifled environment for their kids to express themselves through their preferences, fashion, or careers. This is evident in Shiloh, and even when she was still a child, her parents let her be expressive.
Brad revealed that there was a time when she wanted to be called “John” in an interview with Oprah Winfrey when he talked about family life. He stated that the little one wanted to be called John or Peter, and her wish was respected.
He added that Shiloh’s preference was “a Peter Pan thing.” Aside from being called John, Shiloh also loved to dress like a boy. Jolie stated that the young girl also wanted to cut her hair like a boy.
The star mom noted that it was not for anyone to interpret because Shiloh was in a phase where she looked up to her big brothers’ styles. However, she added that the little girl’s exploration surprised the family, and they found it interesting.
The award-winning actress included a summary of what Shiloh’s typical look was. She highlighted ties, jackets, and slacks. The doting mom stated that Shiloh “thinks she is one of her brothers.”
Jolie reiterated that she was fascinated by her daughter’s choices, but she would never force her to be someone she is not. To her, that would just be “bad parenting.”
Shiloh’s Relationship with Her Parents
Shiloh has undoubtedly grown into a delight for her parents, and even after the divorce, she stays close to them. Brad is incredibly proud of how she has stayed true to herself.
The couple had quite a tumultuous divorce period, but it didn’t affect their relationship with the kids. An insider stated that Brad was proud of his daughter and “who she has become.”
The insider further explained that the “Troy” star held fatherhood as the highest priority. For Brad, the kids are most important. He reportedly often tells his friends about how he learns so much from his brood.
Shiloh’s Red Carpet Fashion Evolution
Fans witnessed a whole new look from Shiloh in 2021 when she attended the “Eternals” premiere in Los Angeles with her family. Shiloh’s strong resemblance to Jolie resonated in a tank dress with ballet sandals.
This was in contrast to her previous red carpet appearances, where she stepped out in slacks. Shiloh looked lovely with her hair pulled back while posing with all her siblings except Pax, who had been absent.
The spectacular dress was worn by Jolie in 2019 when she attended a global press conference for “Maleficent: Mistress of Evil.” The star mom has described her daughter’s style as androgynous.
The “Lara Croft” star coined a new word for Shiloh’s style, describing it as “Montenegro.” She noted that the teenager dresses like “a little dude,” fancying tracksuits and regular suits.
Shiloh is now 17 years old, and aside from her evolving fashion sense, she has also showed interest in dancing. She has been featured in a few of Hamilton Evans’s choreographies.
Interestingly, Pitt once said that dance would be in his future, but since he never got to pursue it, he has watched his daughter get better at it each time. The actor also added that he has not had to invest time in dancing for a movie, but he finds himself dancing a lot in his general life.
This summer, Shiloh debuted a new summer hairdo. She was seen rocking a pink buzz cut while catching up with a friend at Erewhon in Studio City. She wore a black T-shirt, denim jeans, and sneakers with a black bag.
Many fans loved the teenager’s new look and pointed out how much she resembled her parents. “Shiloh looks like a female version of Brad Pitt,” remarked a commenter. Another said Shiloh’s buzz cut made her look like Pitt when he was in the film “Mr and Mrs Smith,” but with Jolie’s “mouth shape.”
Several more netizens said the Shiloh looked more like her father than her mother. But her features have many people divided as another Twitter user said, “Shiloh Jolie Pitt looks exactly like Angelina Jolie.”