Knox Jolie-Pitt, now 16, has drawn attention due to his impressive transformation over the years. From selling dog treats to becoming a young man, his development has intrigued the public and sparked discussions about which parent he more closely resembles.
In 2008, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt celebrated the arrival of their twins, Knox Léon Jolie-Pitt and Vivienne Marcheline Jolie. Over the years, the siblings have grown up in the spotlight, with photos and video footage documenting Knox’s changes captivating audiences.
Recent pictures of Knox as a teenager making an appearance with his mom have fueled differing opinions on social media. Some images led viewers to call him “Brad’s clone,” while others pointed out similarities with different family members.
Knox Jolie-Pitt: 6 Months – 3 Years Old
In July 2008, Brad and Angelina welcomed twins, Knox and Vivienne, at the Foundation Lenval Hospital in Nice, France. The birth attracted significant media and public attention.
Dr. Michel Sussmann, who managed the delivery, confirmed the birth and described it as flawless. He shared, “Angelina is in very good spirits. Brad Pitt was at her side. He was there and all was well.”
Knox weighed 5.03 pounds at birth, while his twin sister weighed five pounds. He made one of his first public appearances in 2009 when he was photographed with his father in Japan.
Not long after the twins were born, Brad and Angelina made headlines again by selling their exclusive baby photos for a record-breaking $14 million! A source explained that People magazine and a British tabloid collaborated by getting joint rights to publish the pictures.
The amount earned was more than twice what People magazine had reportedly paid for exclusive photos of Jennifer Lopez‘s twins. It was noted that the couple’s decision to sell the pictures was not motivated by profit.
Rather than keeping the proceeds, they chose to donate the entire sum to a children’s charity.
The older children eagerly took on their responsibilities as big siblings, with this being particularly evident in the couple’s eldest daughters. “[Shiloh] and Z pick out [the twins’] clothes and help change and hold them. It’s sweet—they are little mommies,” Angelina said.
Knox was often seen alongside his siblings, and in 2011, he was spotted holding his older sister’s hand as the family arrived at Haneda International Airport in Tokyo. With his long, dirty blonde hair, he resembled his father.
Knox Jolie-Pitt: 5 – 6 Years Old
By 2013, Knox regularly appeared in public with his famous parents. In April of that year, the adorable five-year-old joined his mother in New York, wearing a red and white jacket. His features increasingly mirrored those of his parents and he still sported long hair.
The twins’ names also sparked interest. Initially, some speculated the couple would choose Isla Marcheline and Amelie Jane, but instead, they picked names deeply connected to their family heritage. Knox is a rarely used Scottish, English, and Irish surname.
It was also inspired by Brad’s grandfather’s middle name, Hal Knox Hillhouse.
Rather than giving their sons the same first initial, the couple chose names that share the ending letter “x.” Similarly, their middle names both include the letter “n,” establishing a thoughtful connection between the siblings.
Knox’s middle name, Léon, was inspired by Angelina’s great-great-grandfather, adding a significant familial tie to his full name.
Vivienne’s name, by contrast, reflects her French heritage and carries the meanings “life” and “alive.” Her middle name, Marcheline, holds deep significance for Angelina as it honors her late mother, with whom she had a close relationship.
By age six, Knox strongly resembled Brad. “Knox is a lot like Brad, emotionally and physically,” his mother revealed. Angelina noted that Knox resembled Brad both physically and emotionally, though his close relationship with his mother was clear during their public appearances.
In June 2014, he was seen happily holding his mother’s hand as they walked through Japan’s Haneda Airport. A source mentioned, “He’s also especially close to his big sister, Zahara.”
Knox Jolie-Pitt: 8 Years Old
In 2016, Angelina reprised her role as the bold Tigress in “Kung Fu Panda 3,” marking her return to voice acting. The project held special significance for her family, as Knox and a few of his siblings lent their voices to the film.
A source shared the news that some of her children would be involved in the production. The actress’s representative confirmed, “They have some lines in the film.”
In an interview, Angelina discussed the distinctive experience of collaborating with her children on the film. She shared that bringing them to work one day resulted in Knox and his siblings contributing animal sounds for some of the pandas in the animation.
“They were kind of shy,” Angelina recalled. “They don’t really want to be actors, but I didn’t want them to miss the opportunity. They came in, and they had a lot of fun with it,” she added.
In September 2016, Angelina stunned the world by filing for divorce from Brad. Her attorney, Robert Offer, stated that the decision was taken to ensure the family’s well-being and confirmed that she had requested physical custody of their children, with visitation rights for Brad.
The attorney further clarified that the “Mr. and Mrs. Smith” actress would not provide additional comments on the situation and requested privacy for the family during this difficult period.
The divorce documents disclosed that Angelina cited irreconcilable differences as the cause of the separation. She requested physical custody of Knox and his siblings, while Brad was granted visitation rights. Notably, Angelina did not seek spousal support in the filing.
The separation had a profound impact on the family. Brad shared his sadness over the situation, emphasizing that his main priority was the well-being of his children while also requesting privacy during this difficult time.
Speculation about issues in their relationship had persisted for years, peaking in 2010. However, during that period, Brad and Angelina took legal action against the News of the World, successfully disputing the publication’s false claims that they were separating.
Knox Jolie-Pitt: 11 Years Old
By 2019, 11-year-old Knox had blossomed into a happy and lively young boy. In March, he joined his mother and siblings at the premiere of “Dumbo,” where he bore a striking resemblance to his older sister, Shiloh, as the two smiled for the camera.In November, Angelina and some of her children were spotted enjoying time together at a dog park. The actress and her kids were photographed selling organic dog treats to raise funds for a charity. Former “Parenthood” actress Sarah Ramos documented the surprising moment and later shared it on X, previously known as Twitter.
Sarah shared an image of Knox and his family seated behind a table adorned with small paper bags, accompanied by a simple white sign featuring a heart drawing. The moment was both endearing and grounded, showcasing the family’s humble side.
“I’m not sure why God chose me to tell this story but I have to fulfill my calling: A couple [of] months ago I went to the dog park and saw Angelina Jolie selling organic dog treats [sic],” the “Parenthood” actress tweeted. A source later explained, “The kids wanted to support Hope for Paws and they made the treats themselves.”