Angelina Jolie Drops Shocking Truth About Her Children’s Future!

Angelina Jolie has revealed that none of her six children—whom she shares with ex-husband Brad Pitt—plan to pursue careers in Hollywood, despite growing up surrounded by the film industry.

Speaking at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, the Oscar-winning actress shared that her kids do not share her passion for movies.

“I always wanted them to be around film because it’s such a wonderful family—to be creative, to be an artist,” Jolie said. “But they’re not interested.”

She noted that her children have been exposed to filmmaking, spending time on set with her, yet they are drawn to other creative fields.

Avoiding the Hollywood Spotlight

Jolie, 49, emphasized that her children, particularly Shiloh, dislike the celebrity aspect of the entertainment industry.

“They really don’t like any of the celebrity part of it, especially Shiloh—she hates it,” Jolie said. “And I think in a very healthy way, they don’t. It’s not a normal thing. It’s a silly thing, really.”

While none of her children are eager to step in front of the camera, Jolie noted that they have explored other artistic passions, including:

✔ Dance

✔ Painting

✔ Theater

Behind-the-Scenes Work: Maddox, Pax & Vivienne

Though they may not want to act, Jolie’s children have taken on behind-the-scenes roles in film and theater.

Her eldest sons, Maddox and Pax, worked as assistant directors on Maria, the upcoming film in which Jolie portrays opera legend Maria Callas.

“It’s good to start them working,” Jolie explained. “You’ve got to run around and do anything for everybody. And so they’ve been doing that in a few films. Pax has also been doing some photography work.”

Her youngest daughter, Vivienne, took her first steps into the industry by working as an assistant on Broadway’s The Outsiders. Jolie praised her dedication to the job:

“She’ll correct me. She’ll say, ‘Didn’t you read the memo? We have to do this, we have to go through this.’ She’s been a really tough assistant.”

Jolie expressed that she is giving her children space to discover their own passions.

“I want them to figure out who they actually are and what they want to live for—something that’s authentic to them so it holds in their life.”

Shiloh’s Passion for Dance

Among Jolie’s children, Shiloh, 17, has found her passion in dance, rather than acting.

While she briefly appeared in films as a child—including a small role in The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008) and voice work in Kung Fu Panda 3 (2016)—Shiloh turned down a chance to act in her mother’s 2014 film Maleficent.

“I asked Shiloh about playing Aurora, and she laughed in my face,” Jolie recalled in a past interview with Elle. “She said she’d rather be a horned creature.”

Instead of pursuing acting, Shiloh has dedicated herself to dance, training at the Millennium Dance Complex, a renowned studio in Los Angeles.

In 2021, a video of her dancing went viral, capturing attention worldwide.

Keelan Carter, one of Shiloh’s longtime choreographers, praised her talent and strong work ethic.

“Shiloh is an exceptionally talented dancer, demonstrating dedication and hard work,” Carter told DailyMail.com. “She is sincere and never uses her celebrity status to her advantage.”

Unlike many Hollywood children, Shiloh avoids the “nepo baby” label.

“Shi does not rely on her famous name to achieve her goals,” Carter continued. “Honestly, I didn’t even know who she was at first. But in a dance studio, that doesn’t matter.”

Even though Shiloh’s dance videos have gained attention online, her privacy remains a top priority.

“Her classmates and instructors respect her privacy, which is why she’s rarely tagged in videos,” a source shared with DailyMail.com.

Brad Pitt on Shiloh’s Dancing Talent

In 2022, Brad Pitt expressed his admiration for Shiloh’s natural ability in dance.

“She’s very beautiful,” Pitt told Entertainment Tonight while promoting Bullet Train. “Her talent brings a tear to my eye. I don’t know where she got it from—I’m Mr. Two-Left-Feet 

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Jolie has long been vocal about allowing her children to explore their own identities and pursue their unique interests.

“Children should be allowed to express themselves in whatever way they wish, without anybody judging them,” she once told Reuters. “It’s an important part of their growth.”

A source previously told HollywoodLife that Jolie has encouraged her children to experiment with different activities, enrolling them in:

✔ Art classes

✔ Computer programming

✔ Martial arts

✔ Dance lessons

“Angelina has always made a huge effort to nurture her kids’ interests,” the insider revealed.

Seeing Shiloh’s talent in dance, Jolie has done everything possible to support her passion.

“Shiloh started out with private lessons before joining a small studio near their house,” the source added. “Then all through the pandemic, she took Zoom classes. She’s very committed.”

Jolie on Each of Her Children’s Unique Personalities

In a 2010 interview with Vanity Fair, Jolie shared insights into her children’s personalities:

– Maddox – “A real intellectual, great at school and history. He could be a writer or travel the world learning about different places.”

– Zahara – “Has an extraordinary voice, is elegant, and well-spoken.”

– Shiloh – “Hysterically funny, one of the goofiest, most playful people you’ll ever meet.”

– Knox & Vivienne – “Classic boy and girl. Knox is a little dude, and Vivienne is really feminine.”

Jolie also touched on Shiloh’s tomboy phase, saying:

“She likes to dress like a boy. She wants to be a boy, so we cut her hair. She wears boys’ everything. She thinks she’s one of the brothers.”

Final Thoughts

While Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are two of Hollywood’s biggest stars, their children have chosen a different path.

Rather than following in their parents’ footsteps, they have pursued passions in dance, photography, theater, and other creative fields.

Jolie continues to support her kids’ individuality, giving them the freedom to explore their interests and build their own identities—away from the glare of Hollywood fame.