Fans recently found themselves surprised after spotting new images of 15-year-old Knox Jolie-Pitt, who remarkably looks like his father, Brad Pitt, causing many to do a double take.
Appearing in photos alongside Angelina Jolie, the young man’s likeness to his father is so uncanny that some wondered if he was part of a real-life version of Brad’s famous role in “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button,” where time seems to run backwards.
As one of Hollywood’s elite children, Knox – a fraternal twin to Vivienne – is among three biological offspring blessed with the exceptional genes of Brad Pitt, now 60, and Angelina Jolie.
Touting his father’s distinctive grin and the well-defined facial structure passed down from both parents, fans have found themselves in a playful debate about which parent he takes after more. Read on to discover more about Knox.
Though Angelina Jolie, 49, and Brad Pitt ended their relationship eight years ago, the duo continues to be proud co-parents of six children while dealing with financial complexities involved in their divorce process.
Before forming a family with Jolie, Pitt was married to Jennifer Aniston from 2000 until 2005. It was on the set of “Mr. and Mrs. Smith” in 2005 that he found love again with Jolie, who had already adopted a son, Maddox Jolie-Pitt, now 22, from Cambodia, and a daughter, Zahara Jolie-Pitt, 19, from Ethiopia.
Brad Pitt & Knox had a fun Sunday! Does he look more like dad or Angelina Jolie? http://t.co/qlptVCdDMD pic.twitter.com/4FYdGMBPUP
— E! News (@enews) August 30, 2015
Speaking about watching the film she starred in with their father, Jolie once noted, “…Not a lot of people get to watch a movie where their parents fell in love,” as recounted in the New York Times.
By 2006, this former Hollywood power couple had welcomed their first biological daughter, Shiloh, who is now 18. Notably, in May 2024, Shiloh decided to legally remove her dad’s surname from her own.
In 2007, a new family member, Pax Thien, 20, was added to the clan when he was adopted from Vietnam at age three. The following year, Jolie and Pitt celebrated the birth of their twins, Knox and Vivienne, now 15. While married to Jolie, the “Oceans 11” star officially adopted all the children, embracing them as his own.
Back in 2011, Jolie fondly spoke of a then three-year-old Knox, noting to People, “Knox is a lot like Brad, both emotionally and physically.”
Unlike his sisters Vivienne and Zahara, who both opted to drop Pitt from their surnames, Knox stands out as “Brangelina’s” only biological child to retain his father’s surname – perhaps a nod to his likeness to Pitt.
Dog Treats for Charity
Knox’s resemblance to his father has only continued to grow over the years. In 2019, the Oscar-winning actor was seen accompanied by Shiloh, then 12, and the twins Vivienne and Knox, aged 10, delightfully selling organic dog treats in a park.
Pictures show the family seated at a table, with small paper bags and a hand-lettered sign bearing a heart displayed in front of them.
Sarah Ramos, known from the series “Parenthood,” recounted how she felt “called” to share these uplifting images on social media.
“I’m unsure why I was chosen to share this tale, but I must fulfill my calling: a couple months ago I found Angelina Jolie selling organic dog treats at the park,” she shared.
This lovely family affair extended its influence to include charitable endeavors, as proceeds from the treat sales went on to support Hope for Paws, a Los Angeles-based non-profit rescue group. “Donate today to make Angie happy!” Ramos urged followers.
One source shared anonymously with People, “The kids desired to help Hope for Paws, and they made the treats themselves.”
I'm not sure why God chose me to tell this story but I have to fulfill my calling: a couple months ago I went to the dog park and saw Angelina Jolie selling organic dog treats. pic.twitter.com/SqAv0chMFr
— Hollywood Actress Sarah Ramos (@sarahramos) January 25, 2019
Knox is All Grown Up
Fast forward to July 2024, when Knox was spotted leaving a pet store, bearing several bags filled with assorted dog toys and other items overflowing their edges, while accompanying his mother.
Knox, now grown taller than his glamorous mom, sported a relaxed T-shirt look paired with black athletic shorts, white socks, and Nike high-top sneakers.
Fans continue to hold split opinions over whether Knox takes after Angelina or Brad in terms of appearance.
One fan posted, “Knox is a very handsome and tall guy! I think he looks like his mama!!” while another remarked, “Knox looks so much like Brad.”
The fascinating mix of genes prompted another to declare, “OMG! Their son is gorgeous! What a combination of mom and dad!” whereas someone humorously described, “Knox looks like Angelina’s brother.”
The same day Knox was seen out shopping with Jolie, Pitt was enjoying time at the British Grand Prix with his current girlfriend, Ines de Ramon.
What’s your take on Knox’s resemblance? Does he favor Angelina or Brad more? We’d love to hear your thoughts and hope you’ll share this fun story with others to see what they think too!