In 2016, fans were stunned by the news that Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie had ended their relationship.
But their most iconic claim to fame was their large, multicultural family.
Jolie was romantically linked to Brad Pitt in 2005, and Pitt adopted Maddox the following year.
Apparently, little Maddox agreed that Brad Pitt was the ideal father figure so he proclaimed it.
As Jolie told Vogue, “He just out of the blue called him Dad.”
Of course, the youngster also got to enjoy the perks of having a movie star dad.
The children rushed in and all bravely tried to protect each other.
In the filing, Jolie’s legal team also accused Pitt of pouring wine and beer on the children.
Allegedly, 15-year-old Maddox stood up to Brad during the altercation.
Brad Pitt has fervently denied the abuse allegations, but the A-lister has admitted to yelling at his children.
As a result of the altercation, authorities investigated Pitt for child abuse, but he was ultimately cleared.
Nonetheless, Brad’s distance speaks volumes about the current state of their relationship.
In 2019, sources close to the family noted that Pitt was not present for Maddox’s college drop-off.
The source also claimed that Angelina Jolie has tried to help salvage the relationship between Maddox and his father.
According toPeople, Maddox and Brad Pitt were both present to welcome little Zahara into the family.
The following year, Zahara and Maddox were officially adopted by Brad Pitt.
In addition to his affection, superdad Brad is also generous with his time.
However, the insider also dished that Zahara was open to reuniting with Pitt in the future.
In 2022, Angelina Jolie proudly announced that Zahara was set to attend college at Spelman College.
When asked about the happy news, Brad gushed toVanity Fair, “She’s so smart.
She’s going to flourish even more at college.
It’s an exciting and beautiful time to find her own way and pursue her interests.
I’m so proud.”
They grow up too fast.
It brings a tear to the eye."
Born in Namibia, little Shiloh inherited her father’s blue eyes, blond hair, and kind expression.
She also has her dad’s creative, introspective personality.
According toLife & Style, both kindred spirits enjoy making music and art together.
In 2020, Brad Pitt gifted his creative daughter an old-school Polaroid camera for her 14th birthday.
Flashing his signature smile, the actor quipped, “I don’t know where she got it from.
I’m Mr. Two-Left-Feet here.”
No matter how Shiloh chooses to express herself, her dad will surely be there to support her.
By the looks of it, Brad has plenty of reasons to rave about his daughter.
He loves that she always stays true to herself and is so good to her brothers and sisters."
However, the Oscar winner is emphatic about his love and support for his six kids.
I see my children as an essential part of my life.
I love being a father and all the responsibilities that entails" (viaUs Weekly).
When it comes to his daughter Shiloh, the love seems to go both ways.
Pitt must have been grateful for Shiloh’s support after his tumultuous split from her mother, Angelina Jolie.
It pains her terribly to see them treating each other like they’re some jot down of monster."
Pax, who was 3 years old at the time, eased his way into the family.
Fans adored watching Pax grow up and become a mirror image of his heartthrob papa.
The two were joined by Pax’s siblings, Maddox and Shiloh.
Like many siblings in their situation, the Jolie-Pitts probably help each other cope with their parents' divorce.
However, a source revealed that Brad Pitt isn’t giving up on his relationship with Pax.
In 2017,Radar Onlinespotted Pax and his father attending separate appointments at the same family therapy office.
At the time, Angelina’s obstetrician told reporters, “He was very happy.
The emotion was very strong for him” (viaThe Hollywood Reporter).
Just like her siblings, Vivienne enjoys a quiet existence.
However, Vivienne’s relationship with her dad comes off as in good standing.
In 2022, Pitt joined Vivienne and her brother in Italy to celebrate their 14th birthday.
Purportedly, Brad is protective of Vivienne and her siblings but not in a possessive or overbearing way.
A separate source toldE!
News, “He spends low-key time with his kids at home …
They are homebodies and have a good routine in place.”
Knox served as ring bearer for the ceremony, which took place in the South of France.
At the time, the newlyweds told Hello!, “They all took it very seriously.
In 2013,Radar Onlinespotted Brad and his mini-me at the Natural History Museum in Los Angeles.
To fans' delight, the father-son duo rocked matching all-black outfits.
Little Knox looked like a carbon copy of Brad right down to his teeny tiny aviator sunglasses.
It’s clear that Knox has inherited every bit of his dad’s swag.
This is a great philosophy considering that Brad Pitt’s children are growing up so fast.
