Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s youngest daughter, Vivienne, is beginning to follow in her parents’ illustrious footsteps. Born in July 2008 in Nice, France, alongside her twin brother Knox, she is the youngest among their six siblings. While growing up primarily away from the public eye, she has made numerous red carpet appearances alongside her mother, and has even collaborated on projects with her.
Jolie has openly shared how raising her six children has been a “healing” experience for her, emphasizing their individuality and diverse ambitions. “I have six very individual human beings in my home,” she told PEOPLE in October 2021. “I am so excited about all the different stages and feelings and curiosities that they go through. Why wouldn’t you be?”
From her early acting endeavors to her blossoming passion for theater, here’s everything you need to know about Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s youngest daughter, Vivienne.
Jolie first revealed her pregnancy when she debuted her baby bump at the Independent Spirit Awards red carpet. On July 12, 2008, her twins, Vivienne Marcheline and Knox Léon, were welcomed into the world in Nice, France. Vivienne arrived a minute after her brother, weighing in at exactly 5 lbs.
Following the twins’ birth, the family spent time at the Château Miraval in Provence, France. Proud parents Jolie and Pitt spoke to PEOPLE at the time about their older children eagerly helping with the newborns, creating a bustling yet heartwarming atmosphere.
Vivienne’s name holds special significance, as she was named after Jolie’s late mother, Marcheline Bertrand, who passed away from cancer shortly before Vivienne’s birth. Jolie expressed in August 2023 that Vivienne’s demeanor often reminded her of her mother, highlighting Vivienne’s supportive nature and dedication to her creative pursuits.
In 2014, Vivienne made her on-screen debut in her mother’s movie Maleficent, portraying a younger version of Elle Fanning’s character, Aurora. Reflecting on the experience, Jolie praised her daughter’s fearlessness in the face of the formidable character she portrayed.
While Jolie and Pitt have generally kept their children out of the spotlight, Vivienne has accompanied her mother to various premieres and events, including The Eternals premiere in London and Los Angeles in October 2021, as well as the Maleficent: Mistress Of Evil premiere in 2019.
In August 2023, Jolie announced her production of a Broadway adaptation of S.E. Hinton’s novel The Outsiders, with Vivienne eagerly assisting her throughout the process. Vivienne’s passion for theater was evident as she immersed herself in the project, earning praise from Jolie and the creative team for her dedication and insight.
During the red carpet for the opening night of The Outsiders, Jolie proudly declared Vivienne as the family’s foremost “theater head,” emphasizing her daughter’s serious and dedicated approach to her role as her assistant.
Vivienne’s involvement in the production underscored her commitment to supporting others in their creative endeavors, embodying the values instilled by her parents – to be independent, passionate, and supportive individuals.