Thursday, May 21, 2026


PR releases are as notable for what they say as for what they sweep under the rug.  In this instance, perhaps even more so.



Angelina Jolie makes sure to always show support for her children.

An exclusive source tells PEOPLE that the actress and doting mom, 50, has an "amazing relationship" with her daughter Zahara, 21, who recently graduated from Spelman College. The insider adds that Jolie shows up for "pretty much everything" her daughter is involved in.

"Angie has showed up for pretty much everything — move-in weekend, sorority events, milestone celebrations and now graduation," the source tells PEOPLE. "She's been very supportive and involved. She wanted Zahara to have the best experience, and she has an amazing relationship with Zahara."

Alongside Zahara, Jolie and her ex-husband Brad Pitt, share twins Vivienne and Knox, 17, plus daughter Shiloh, 19, and sons Pax, 22, and Maddox, 24. The insider went on to say the Eternals star encourages all of her children to embrace their full individuality, adding that raising her kids and being a mom "makes her the happiest."

"She really encourages all the kids to embrace their individualities. She always loved their different personalities, interests and talents," the source says. "She makes an effort to support what matters to each of them."

"She's the kind of mom who genuinely wants to be present for the important moments in their lives, and the kids love her," the insider adds. "They often tell her she's the best mom, and it makes her tear up. Motherhood is very emotional for her. It makes her the happiest."


Angelina Jolie's Daughter Zahara Drops Dad Brad Pitt's Last Name as She Walks Across the Stage at Her Graduation

Angelina Jolie's oldest daughter, 21, dropped her father Brad Pitt's last name as she walked across the stage to accept her diploma from Spelman College.

The 139th commencement at the college in Atlanta took place on Sunday, May 17. Zahara graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, according to a commencement program.

While the college graduate was listed as Zahara Marley Jolie-Pitt on the commencement program, her name was read as "Zahara Marley Jolie" as she walked across the stage.