Angelina Jolie Makes a Rare Public Appearance with Youngest Son Knox

Angelina Jolie recently stepped out with her 16-year-old son, Knox Jolie-Pitt, at the prestigious Governors Awards in Los Angeles on November 17. This marked a rare public outing for the youngest son of Jolie and her ex-husband, Brad Pitt.

A Glamorous Night Out

The mother-son duo attended the 15th annual event at the Ray Dolby Ballroom. According to the Daily Mail, Jolie dazzled in a sleeveless black gown complemented by an elegant diamond necklace and statement earrings. Knox, channeling his father’s signature style, looked sophisticated in a classic tuxedo reminiscent of Brad Pitt’s 2015 appearance at the AFI Fest.

Knox’s presence at the event was noteworthy, as he seldom accompanies his mother to public gatherings. His last public appearance was during the 2021 promotional tour for Jolie’s Marvel film, Eternals. Like his five siblings, Knox leads a private life away from the spotlight. In an October interview with E! News, Jolie shared that all her children are naturally shy and reserved, which makes her doubtful that any of them would pursue a career in acting.

Star-Studded Governors Awards

The Governors Awards, hosted by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, honors individuals who have made significant contributions to the film industry. The event, held three months before the Oscars, drew numerous Hollywood A-listers, including Tom Hanks, Nicole Kidman, Andrew Garfield, Elizabeth Olsen, and Jude Law.

This year’s awards spotlighted industry legends. The honorary Oscar was posthumously awarded to music icon Quincy Jones and casting director Juliet Taylor. The Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award went to British filmmaker Richard Curtis, while the Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award recognized Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli, the producers behind No Time to Die. Angelina Jolie herself received the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award in 2015 for her extensive philanthropic work.

A Life in the Spotlight

Angelina Jolie, 49, hails from an artistic family, with her father, Jon Voight, being a celebrated actor. She debuted on screen alongside Voight in Lookin’ to Get Out (1982) and began her professional acting career in 1993 with Cyborg 2. Over her illustrious career, Jolie has earned numerous accolades, including three Golden Globe Awards and an Academy Award.

Jolie and Brad Pitt share six children: three biological and three adopted. Their tumultuous split in 2016, citing irreconcilable differences, led to a high-profile custody battle, which ended with Jolie being granted primary custody. The former couple is also embroiled in an ongoing legal dispute over their shared Miraval estate in France.

Knox Jolie-Pitt’s Background

Knox Léon Jolie-Pitt was born in 2008 in Nice, France, alongside his twin sister, Vivienne. His name, “Knox,” honors Brad Pitt’s grandfather, Hal Knox Hillhouse. According to Hello Magazine, Knox has resembled his father since childhood.

Since his parents’ separation in 2016, Knox has lived with Jolie in Los Angeles. Unlike his siblings, who have openly criticized their father or dropped the “Pitt” surname, Knox has not publicly taken a stance on his parents’ divorce, maintaining a more reserved and private demeanor.

This rare outing highlights Jolie’s dedication to family while balancing her public and philanthropic commitments, further solidifying her reputation as a multifaceted icon in Hollywood.