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Time of India
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- Time of India
Angelina Jolie's daughter Zahara steps out with boyfriend Elijah Cooper — Disneyland date goes viral amid engagement rumours
Angelina Jolie's daughter Zahara Jolie-Pitt was recently seen enjoying a sunny day at Disneyland with her boyfriend, actor Elijah Cooper—just days after engagement rumours set the internet on fire following a sparkly ring sighting. The 20-year-old, whom Jolie shares with ex Brad Pitt, appeared fully in the moment with her beau, looking relaxed, happy, and completely unbothered by the cameras. Zahara Jolie-Pitt's Disney outing with her beau On June 20, the 20‑year‑old Spelman College student and Cooper, a Morehouse College attendee and actor, were photographed strolling hand‑in‑hand around Anaheim's Disneyland. They embraced the park spirit, donning matching Minnie and Mickey ears while exploring attractions like Tiana's Bayou Adventure and Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. Zahara Jolie-Pitt and boyfriend seen at Disneyland as engagement rumors swirl — Buzz Nova (@BuzzNova163093) June 21, 2025 How did Zahara's engagement rumours begin? Engagement buzz first took off earlier this month when Zahara was photographed wearing a sparkling diamond ring on that finger during a dinner date with Elijah at the celeb-favourite Craig's in West Hollywood. The ring's placement on her left hand immediately raised eyebrows, with fans and tabloids speculating that the 20-year-old might be quietly engaged. However, during her recent Disneyland outing with Elijah, the ring was noticeably absent. Whether it was a simple accessory switch or a sign that there's nothing romantic to read into remains unclear, but the mystery has only fuelled more online chatter. Some believe the couple could be keeping things private, while others think the ring might've been just another fashion statement. Zahara drops 'Pitt' from her last name Zahara, who recently made headlines for dropping 'Pitt' from her last name, has been carving out her own identity both socially and academically. Now going by Zahara Jolie, she's an active member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority at Spelman College, where she's become known not just as the daughter of Hollywood royalty, but as a thoughtful student leader in her own right. Photo Credit: X Her bond with her mother, Angelina Jolie, remains strong and rooted in shared values. The two have been spotted together at various philanthropic events, and Zahara has taken on a more public-facing role in activism—most notably as a keynote speaker at a Mother-Daughter Brunch hosted by Alpha Kappa Alpha. She's also been involved in humanitarian causes, including initiatives focused on climate issues and wildfire recovery, areas Angelina has long championed. So, are the engagement rumours true? While neither Zahara nor Elijah has said anything about being engaged, the combination of that diamond ring, cosy dinner dates, and their Disneyland day out has definitely set off speculation. Still, official or not, the two seem genuinely smitten, enjoying each other's company and making the most of a carefree summer together.
Daily Mail
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Angelina Jolie's daughter Zahara, 20, flashes a diamond ring on her wedding finger as she is seen on a flirty date
's daughter Zahara Jolie-Pitt looked flirty on Monday evening when out on the town. The 20-year-old college student - who is back in Los Angeles for her summer break - was smiling as she left Craig's restaurant in the Hollywood area. The child of Brad Pitt was not alone. When exiting the trendy establishment, Zahara was seen getting into a black car where her date for the evening was behind the wheel. He was a cute mystery man who appeared to be around her age as he wore a white baseball cap backwards. Interestingly, Zahara had a diamond engagement ring on her wedding finger which hinted she could be engaged or even wed to the handsome mystery man. She wore a black tank top with slacks, adding a white knitted cardigan and matching white sandals that went with her white mani/pedi. On her shoulder was a brown leather purse. Her hair was worn down as she added an 'A' cap for the Atlanta Braves. Zahara's five siblings - who were not seen at Craig's - include Maddox, 23, Pax, 21, Shiloh, 19, and 16-year-old twins Knox and Vivienne. The 20-year-old college student - who is back in Los Angeles for her summer break - was smiling as she left Craig's restaurant in the Hollywood area. The child of Brad Pitt was not alone Zahara is currently a student at Spelman College, a historically Black women's liberal arts college in Atlanta, Georgia. She enrolled in Spelman College in the fall of 2022. Zahara also became a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (AKA) in November 2023. Spelman's summer break began earlier this month and will continue until mid September. Spelman College also offers summer online courses. Brad, 61, married Angelina, 50, in 2014 after they met on the set of Mr And Mrs Smith in 2005. The couple separated in 2016, with the actress filing for divorce the same year before the couple became embroiled in bitter custody and business disputes. This sighting comes after Zahara's father Pitt spoke publicly for the first time about the conclusion of his long-running divorce proceedings with Jolie. When asked about the significance of his divorce settlement with Angelina. F1 star Brad said: 'No, I don't think it was that major of a thing. Just something coming to fruition. Legally.' The couple's legal disputes have encompassed custody of their six children and the division of assets including the Château Miraval winery in France. She kept her head down but once in the car broke into a big smile Zahara's five siblings include Maddox, 23, Pax, 21, Shiloh, 19, and 16-year-old twins Knox and Vivienne. Seen with mom in NYC in 2023 Brad and Angelina have six children. During the GQ interview, Brad addressed the media scrutiny surrounding his private life by saying: 'It's been in the news for 30 years, bro. Or some version of my personal life, let's put it that way.' The actor currently resides in Los Angeles with his girlfriend, 32-year-old jewellery executive Ines de Ramon. Asked whether their red carpet appearance at the 2024 British Grand Prix was intended to promote F1, Brad denied any strategic motivation. He said: 'No, dude, it's not that calculated. If you're living, oh my God, how exhausting would that be? If you're living with making those kinds of calculations? No, life just evolves. Relationships evolve.' When GQ asked whether working on F1 served as a 'refuge from all the attention,' Brad responded: 'Um, I don't see it that way.' He added: 'It's been an annoyance I've had to always deal with in different degrees, large and small, as I do the things I really want to do. Pitt posed on the red carpet during the premiere of F1: The Movie in Mexico City on Monday 'So, it's always been this kind of nagging time suck or waste of time, if you let it be that, I don't know. I don't know.' Reflecting on his current lifestyle, Brad said: 'Mostly I feel pretty... my life is fairly contained. 'It feels pretty warm and secure with my friends, with my loves, with my fam, with my knowledge of who I am, that, you know, it's like this fly buzzing around a little bit.' Brad was also previously married to actress Jennifer Aniston, 55, before their divorce in 2005. By Heidi Parker Angelina Jolie turned 50-years-old on June 4, 2025. It is quite the milestone for the Oscar-winning actress who was born into fame as her father is Mission: Impossible actor Jon Voight, and then she found fame on her own as a teenager with daring acting roles. But there are many things that fans may not know about the mother-of-six who used to be married to Brad Pitt. To celebrate the Maleficent actress' big birthday, has complied a list of 50 facts about the silver-screen superstar that many people may not know. For example, though Jolie has had dark hair for her entire career, she was born a blonde. In recent months, the Maria star has returned to her lighter locks. Another is that she has taken college classes in New York City. And then there is the information about who her best Hollywood friends are and why she wouldn't work with Leonardo DiCaprio. One of the most surprising facts: Jolie is not her last name on her birth certificate. 1. She has more than 30 tattoos. There is a mark of a sparrow on her chest which some of her children have as well. 2. Jolie has a private pilot's license and flies a Cirrus SR22 aircraft, which is a single-engine four- or five-seat composite aircraft built since 2001 by Cirrus Aircraft of Duluth, Minnesota. 3. Angelina was bullied for being slender when attending Beverly Hills High School. Her classmate was Sam Nazarian, who later became the founder of Umami Burger and Katsuya. 4. She was only 19-years-old when she married her Hackers co-star Jonny Lee Miller in 1996. They split in 1999, with the divorce finalized in 2000. They are still friends to this day. 5. She is the niece of singer Chip Taylor who wrote the song Wild Thing; Chip is the younger brother of Jon. 6. Jolie's godparents are actors Jacqueline Bisset and Maximilian Schell. Bisset was specifically asked to be Jolie's godmother by her mother, Marcheline Bertrand, while Bertrand was pregnant. 7. Jolie holds Cambodian citizenship, a recognition of her work in helping the country and she has said she wants to move there once her 16-year-old twins turn 18. 8. When she wed Brad Pitt in France, her veil and train had embroidered drawings on them from their six children. 9. The humanitarian has visited Iraq on several occasions in her role as Special Envoy for the UNHCR (UN Refugee Agency). She was in Mosul and the Sinjar region. Jolie has a private pilot's license and flies a Cirrus SR22 aircraft, which is a single-engine four- or five-seat composite aircraft The humanitarian has visited Iraq on several occasions in her role as Special Envoy for the UNHCR (UN Refugee Agency). She has traveled to various locations in Iraq, including Mosul and the Sinjar region; at an Azraq Syrian refugee camp in 2016 10. The star dated Madonna's friend, Vogue model Jenny Shimizu, around 1996 and admitted they fell in love. 11. Jolie has said in the past that she has kept a gun in her house. 12. She speaks French almost fluently and will use the language in her upcoming film Couture, which is set in Paris. 13. The often-wed star has worn wedding gowns for the movies Mr & Mrs Smith and The Good Shepherd. 14. Her nickname is Ange. 15. Jolie purchased an estate in Los Feliz, California, which was previously owned by the iconic filmmaker Cecil B. DeMille who made the 1934 drama Cleopatra with Claudette Colbert. 16. Jolie was initially attached to a Cleopatra movie project, but it was ultimately canceled. 17. Her acting role model is Gena Rowlands who was best known for the films A Woman Under The Influence (1974) and Gloria (1980). Angelina and Gena worked on the 2004 film Taking Lives. 18. One of Angelina's longtime celebrity friends is Gwen Stefani. Back in 2008, Angelina revealed that she and Gwen grew close after they gave birth to their kids around the same time. 19. She has become pals with Salma Hayek after they costarred in The Eternals. Jolie has directed Hayek in the upcoming movie Without Blood. 20. Jolie has met Queen Elizabeth II. In 2014, Jolie received an honorary damehood from the Queen at Buckingham Palace for her work in U.K. foreign policy and her campaign to end sexual violence in war zones. The Queen presented her with the Insignia of an Honorary Dame Grand Cross. 21. The star really sang opera in her Maria Callas film after training her voice for seven months. 22. Jolie performed many of her own stunts in the film Salt. She reportedly did 99% of the stunts, including leaping from one truck to another. 23. The star kept a photo of her mother in her purse when filming a difficult scene for Changeling because it gave her strength. 24. She collaborated with jeweler Robert Procop to create the Style of Jolie jewelry line in 2012, with all proceeds benefiting Jolie's charity, the Education Partnership for Children of Conflict. 25. In 2023, she launched Atelier Jolie in New York City. She attends many of the store's events. 26. Angelina turned down a role opposite Leonardo DiCaprio in Martin Scorsese's The Aviator so she would not have to work with Harvey Weinstein. 27. The beauty's first role was as Tosh Warner in 1982's Lookin' To Get Out; she was billed as Angelina Jolie Voight. Her co-stars were dad Jon as well as legend Ann-Margret. 28. She was also a music video star who worked with Lenny Kravitz, Meat Loaf and The Rolling Stones. 29. Some of the famous people she has played are Cornelia Wallace, model Gia Carangi, journalist Mariane Pearl and singer Maria Callas. 30. Jolie's voice work has appeared in animated films like 2004's Shark Tale (she was Lola), the Kung Fu Panda movies (she played Tigress) and The One And Only Ivan (she voiced Stella). 31. There is talk of a Maleficent 3. 32. Jolie is known to speak Khmer, the Cambodian language. 33. The looker has modeled for many brands including Louis Vuitton, Guerlain and Shiseido. 34. Jolie has appeared on approximately 28 Vogue covers across different international editions, including American, British, and Japanese Vogue. Her brother James Haven has appeared in several of her movies: 1998's Gia, 1998's Hell's Kitchen and 2001's Original Sin (seen in 1988) 35. The pinup has admitted that she can't cook even the most basic meals. 36. Jolie has been seen driving several different vehicles, including a Mercedes-Benz V-Class, a Jeep Grand Cherokee, a Jaguar XJ, a BMW hydrogen, a Range Rover Vogue, and a Cadillac Escalade. 37. The thespian has said the character she played that is most like her is Thena in the movie Eternals. She stated that they are both 'raw, broken, and vulnerable.' 38. Jolie's sun and Mercury are in the sign of Gemini. 39. Her tattoo artists are Sompong Kanphai for traditional Thai tattoos, including the iconic Bengal tiger on her back. Mark Mahoney has also been a frequent choice, designing and applying intricate designs like the Stay Gold tattoo and the recent dainty bird tattoo. Mr. K has worked on her hands, and Bang Bang tattoo studio has also been involved. 40. Her favorite country to visit is Cambodia. 41. Her brother James Haven has appeared in several of her movies: 1998's Gia, 1998's Hell's Kitchen and 2001's Original Sin. 42. The star tries to hide her big size nine feet by wearing beige shoes. 43. She hired a refugee to run the restaurant Eat Off Beat inside her store Atelier Jolie. The Oscars love her: Jolie won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for Girl, Interrupted (1999), pictured far right. She was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Christine Collins in Changeling (2008). In 2014 she was given the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Awards by the Academy 44. Jolie calls herself a punk: 'If punk means not to follow, but to question, then I suppose I do. The resistance to being told how to think, dress or feel is important to me,' she told CR Fashion Book. 45. The Oscars love her: Jolie won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for playing a diagnosed sociopath in the psychological thriller Girl, Interrupted (1999). She was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Christine Collins in the mystery crime drama Changeling (2008). In 2014 she was given the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Awards by the Academy. 46. Jolie revealed that selling the first photos of her twins, Knox and Vivienne, in 2008 was a security decision to control their release safely while also donating the proceeds to charity. 47. She has gone under the knife: Angie underwent a prophylactic mastectomy, followed by breast reconstruction, and a preventive salpingo-oophorectomy to remove her ovaries and fallopian tubes. These procedures were undertaken due to her elevated risk of developing breast and ovarian cancer, stemming from a positive BRCA1 gene mutation. 48. She has been to college: the star took night classes at New York University to study directing and screenwriting. And she studied at the Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute. 49. Her middle name is Jolie as her full birth name is Angelina Jolie Voight.
Express Tribune
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's Daughter debuts new name at Los Angeles fashion event
Shiloh Jolie, the 19-year-old daughter of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, introduced a new public identity at a fashion event in Los Angeles last week. Attending the launch of Isabel Marant's capsule collection with Net-A-Porter, Shiloh was credited as a choreographer for an original dance number—under the name 'Shi Joli,' a shortened moniker inspired by her mother's surname. The exclusive 'sunset dinner' took place at Schindler's Oliver House in the Silver Lake neighborhood. Shiloh's choreography was performed by dancers Tako Suzuki and Keoni Rose, accompanied by singer Luella's live rendition of 'Naïve.' In the event's press release, her name appeared as 'Shi Joli,' marking her first professional appearance using the shortened identity. Shiloh's appearance under the new name follows her legal decision to drop 'Pitt' from her surname on her 18th birthday in May 2024. The change was made official in August, with sources confirming that she independently hired a lawyer and financed the process herself, without input from Angelina Jolie. In a statement at the time, her attorney said the decision was 'independent and significant,' made in response to 'painful events.' Brad Pitt was reportedly 'aware and upset' when Shiloh made the change. A source told People that he 'always wanted a daughter' and has struggled with the emotional distance between himself and his children. 'He loves his children and misses them,' the source said. 'It's very sad.' Shiloh isn't the only sibling to distance themselves from Pitt's name. Zahara Jolie dropped 'Pitt' during her 2023 Alpha Kappa Alpha induction, and reports suggest Maddox Jolie has also avoided using 'Pitt' on non-legal documents. Pitt and Jolie, who finalized their divorce in 2024 after an eight-year legal battle, share six children.
Time of India
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Here's what Shiloh is now called after she drops ‘Pitt'
Shiloh, the 19-year-old daughter of and , made a rare public appearance in Los Angeles on May 29. She attended a dinner event celebrating fashion designer Isabel Marant's new collaboration with Net-A-Porter. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now What caught everyone's attention was her new name, she was referred to as "Shi Joli" in the event materials, sparking fresh interest in her evolving identity. Shiloh was at the event working as the choreographer for singer Luella's live performance of her new song, Naïve. What got a lot of attention was the name used for her in the press — "Shi Joli." This is the latest change in how she wants to be known. Last year, it was confirmed that she legally dropped 'Pitt' from her last name and now goes by Shiloh Jolie. She made this change official on her 18th birthday in May 2024. Shiloh's Siblings Also Changing Their Names Shiloh isn't the only one in her family using a different name. Her 16-year-old sister, Vivienne, who helped their mother produce the Broadway musical The Outsiders, was listed in the Playbill as 'Vivienne Jolie.' It's not clear if Vivienne has legally changed her name yet, but the new name was clearly seen. Zahara Also Using New Name Their older sister, Zahara, 20, introduced herself as 'Zahara Marley Jolie' last November during a ceremony when she joined the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority at Spelman College. Angelina Jolie (49) and Brad Pitt (61) have six children: Maddox (23), Pax (21), Zahara (20), Shiloh (19), and twins Knox and Vivienne (16). The family has been in the spotlight since Angelina filed for divorce in 2016 and sought full physical custody. Reports have hinted at ongoing tensions between Brad Pitt and the children over the years. Revealed on their marriage and divorce American actor Brad Pitt has been in the news for his long divorce battle with ex-wife Angelina Jolie. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Recently, he opened up about their marriage and divorce in an interview with GQ. Brad said that finalizing the divorce in 2024 gave him a sense of relief and helped him move forward in his personal life, 'No, I don't think it was that major of a thing. Just something coming to fruition. Legally. It's been in the news for 30 years, bro. Or some version of my personal life, let's put it that way.' Family Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie met in 2005 while filming Mr. & Mrs. Smith. They got married in 2014 at Château Miraval in France, but their marriage ended after two years. The couple has six children: Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, Knox, and Vivienne. Angelina Jolie Reveals Plans to Move from LA, Discusses Desire for 'Privacy'
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
New Florida A&M president Marva Johnson is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha
The post New Florida A&M president Marva Johnson is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha appeared first on ClutchPoints. Florida A&M University's controversial new president, Marva Johnson, is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Many people find that news surprising due to her conservative views. In May, Johnson was selected as the 13th president of Florida A&M last month despite major pushback from alumni, students, and supporters. On May 16, the Board of Trustees met, and Johnson was chosen by a vote of 8 to 4. She is just the second woman to be appointed as president of Florida A&M in the university's history. After Elmira Mangum, who was president from 2014 to 2016. Following weeks of intense discussion, campus visits, and growing resistance from community residents, students, and alumni who questioned Johnson's credentials and connections to Republican political figures, the choice was made. Johnson had previously worked for Florida Governors Rick Scott and Ron DeSantis as a political appointee. She currently works at Charter Communications as Vice President of State Government, according to the Tallahassee Democrat. Due to Johnson's lack of experience and political ties, especially to Ron DeSantis, supporters of the university and other members of the HBCU community are against her appointment. Due to the Florida Board of Governors, DeSantis and his appointees had significant influence over Johnson becoming president. The State University System of Florida is governed by the Board of Governors, which is the highest authority. For campus-level decisions, each institution has its own Board of Trustees, but for system-wide policy, the Board of Governors has the last word. During the search for a new president, four trustees supported Donald Palm, one of the four contenders for the 13th presidency. At the university, he currently serves as the chief operating officer and executive vice president. Palm was also endorsed by the Florida A&M National Alumni Association. 'We are proud to formally endorse Dr. Donald Palm as our preferred candidate for the 13th President of Florida A&M University,' FAMU NAA President Curtis Johnson said in a May 10 letter to the association's members obtained by the Tallahassee Democrat. He added in the letter, 'Dr. Palm's deep connection to FAMU as the current chief operating officer, former faculty member, and long-standing champion of our mission positions him uniquely to continue our trajectory of excellence.' Johnson's appointment comes after former president Dr. Larry Robinson resigned following the $237 million donation scandal with Gregory Gerami. Dr. Timothy Beard was appointed interim president and served a one-year term until a permanent president was found. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated was founded on January 15, 1908, on the campus of Howard University by nine collegiate women. Alpha Kappa Alpha is the oldest established Greek-letter organization for Black women. The sorority has over 355,000 members, including Vanessa Bell Calloway, Phylicia Rashad, Maya Angelou, Alice Walker, Patti LaBelle, and Coretta Scott King.
