Knox Jolie-Pitt, now 16 years old, has captured the attention of the public with his incredible transformation. From selling dog treats as a young boy to growing into a teenager, his development has been followed closely by fans, sparking debates about which parent he resembles more.
Back in 2008, the world was buzzing when Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt welcomed their twins, Knox Léon Jolie-Pitt and Vivienne Marcheline Jolie-Pitt, into the world.
The twins’ birth at the Foundation Lenval Hospital in Nice, France, was an event that captured the hearts of many. Dr. Michel Sussmann, the doctor who oversaw the delivery, confirmed everything went smoothly, saying, “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 Vivienne weighed five pounds. Not long after, the twins made their first public appearance. In 2009, Knox was spotted with his father Brad in Japan, one of the first glimpses the world got of the young boy.
Shortly after the twins’ birth, the couple sold their exclusive baby photos for a whopping $14 million, a record at the time. However, the money was not kept for themselves; instead, the couple donated the entire sum to a children’s charity.
Angelina and Brad’s family grew quickly with the arrival of Knox and Vivienne, bringing their total number of children to six. “We weren’t expecting twins. So it did shock us, and we jumped to six quickly. But we like a challenge,” Angelina commented on the surprise addition to their family.
The older kids, particularly Shiloh and Zahara, eagerly stepped into the role of big siblings. “Shiloh and Z pick out [the twins’] clothes and help change and hold them. It’s sweet—they are little mommies,” Angelina said, showing how much love and support the older siblings had for their younger ones.
As Knox and his sister Vivienne grew, they remained in the public eye. In 2011, Knox, with his long, blonde hair, was seen holding hands with his older sister as the family arrived at Haneda International Airport in Tokyo.
His resemblance to Brad was undeniable, sparking more conversations about which parent he took after.
By 2013, when Knox was five, he began to make more public appearances with his famous parents. One such appearance occurred in New York when he was seen wearing a red and white jacket, and his features continued to show a mix of both his parents’ traits.
The names chosen for the twins also sparked much interest. Knox, a name rarely used today, was inspired by Brad’s grandfather’s middle name, while Vivienne’s name honored her French heritage and her mother’s late mother, Marcheline.
In an interview, Angelina shared that Knox resembled Brad, saying, “Knox is a lot like Brad, emotionally and physically.” She continued, revealing how their relationship was full of love: “He’s also especially close to his big sister, Zahara.” The family’s bond was clear as they navigated the busy world of fame together.
In 2016, as Angelina resumed her voice acting career in “Kung Fu Panda 3,” she brought her children along to help with the film. Some of the Jolie-Pitt children, including Knox, helped by providing animal sounds for some of the characters.
“They were kind of shy,” Angelina admitted, but it was a fun experience for the kids who didn’t want to be actors but still participated.
However, 2016 also brought tough times for the family. Angelina filed for divorce from Brad, citing irreconcilable differences. “I’m very honest with my kids. And I’m very human with my kids,” Angelina said, emphasizing her approach to parenting through the difficult period.
She requested physical custody of their children, including Knox, while Brad was granted visitation rights. Both parents expressed a desire for privacy during the separation, but it was clear that their primary concern was the well-being of their children.
By 2019, Knox was 11 and had blossomed into a happy and lively boy. At the premiere of “Dumbo,” he smiled next to his sister Shiloh, looking more and more like her as they posed for the cameras. That same year, he was seen at a dog park with his family, selling organic dog treats to support a charity.
“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,” actress Sarah Ramos shared on Twitter, capturing the heartwarming moment.
Knox continued to grow, and by 2021, he had reached the height of his older brother, Maddox. He made an appearance at a film premiere in England, looking more refined with his new shorter hairstyle.
Angelina reflected on her approach to parenting, saying, “I’m so excited about all the different stages and feelings and curiosities that they go through. Why wouldn’t you be?”
In 2023, Knox had a noticeable growth spurt, and by 2024, he had grown even taller. He often stood taller than his family members, including his mother. His twin sister, Vivienne, was also in the spotlight, as she began working as an assistant for the Broadway musical “The Outsiders.”
The playbill for the show even referred to her as “Vivienne Jolie,” leaving out her father’s last name, which sparked curiosity about the impact of the divorce on their family dynamics.
In July 2024, Knox and Angelina were spotted out shopping in Los Feliz, Los Angeles. The teenager, wearing a casual gray T-shirt and Nike high-tops, sparked a lot of attention on social media.
Some people remarked how he looked like Brad, calling him “a Brad clone,” while others thought he resembled Angelina’s brother, James Haven. “Wow, he looks like Angelina’s brother with a drop of Brad. It’s so cute,” one Facebook user commented.
On November 17, 2024, Knox joined his mother at the Governors Awards, where footage of the pair was shared online. “Wow! He is a handsome boy!!! I bet he’ll be modeling soon!!!” one person exclaimed. Others remarked on his resemblance to his mother, with some pointing out that he looked like Brad.
“His smile is all Brad,” one person wrote.
Just days after the Governors Awards, Knox was seen with Vivienne at a grocery store, showing that the twins’ similarities to their parents were becoming more apparent as they matured. It’s clear that Knox’s transformation over the years has been extraordinary.
From his birth in 2008 to his teenage years, he continues to grow into a young man who embodies the best qualities of both his famous parents.
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's twins Knox and Vivienne, 16, look just like their famous parents on LA outing https://t.co/ZTQUF37uZc pic.twitter.com/qkcD9W69hG
— Daily Mail US (@DailyMail) November 25, 2024
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's twins Knox and Vivienne, 16, look just like their famous parents on LA outing https://t.co/XY2E15U5xK
— Daily Mail Celebrity (@DailyMailCeleb) November 25, 2024
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