Sophia Michaels
This article involves a topic of a sensitive nature.
Zahara Jolie-Pitt, the daughter of Hollywood stars Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, has not been shielded from pain despite her privileged upbringing. Amid her parents’ contentious divorce, Zahara and her siblings have been caught in the middle. Reports indicate that Zahara and her siblings have sided with their mother, leading to strained relationships with their father. This family turmoil has been a challenge for Zahara, accompanied by allegations of violence within the family.
Moreover, Zahara, originally from Ethiopia, has faced racial biases in her life in the U.S. Her early life before adoption was marked by tragedy as her birth mother was a victim of a violent assault. Despite the hurdles she has faced, Zahara has shown resilience and strength.
The Tragic Origins of Zahara Jolie-Pitt
Zahara Jolie-Pitt’s biological mother, Mentewab Dawit Lebiso, suffered a horrendous assault that led to Zahara’s birth. Mentewab was attacked by a stranger, resulting in her pregnancy. She faced challenges during her postpartum period, eventually making the difficult decision to put Zahara up for adoption. Despite the hardships she encountered, Mentewab believed that giving Zahara up for adoption provided her with a better future.
Mentewab’s sacrifice gave Zahara the opportunity to be embraced by Angelina Jolie and live a life of privilege and love. Although the circumstances of Zahara’s birth were tragic, her journey since then has been one of strength and resilience.
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Zahara Jolie-Pitt’s Connection to Her Biological Family
Since being adopted by Angelina Jolie at a young age, Zahara Jolie-Pitt has had no contact with her biological family. Despite this, her biological mother, Mentewab Dawit Lebiso, expressed a desire to communicate with Zahara in a 2017 interview. Mentewab emphasized that her intention was solely to establish a connection and had no interest in disrupting Zahara’s current life with Jolie.
Mentewab, grateful for the opportunities Jolie has provided Zahara, hoped to convey her presence in Zahara’s life without disrupting their bond. While Zahara has not had contact with her biological family, Mentewab’s wish is for Zahara to know about her Ethiopian roots and the family she has in her country.
In a poignant journey, Zahara visited Ethiopia in 2019 and had a memorable meeting with the country’s first female president, Sahle-Work Zewde.
Zahara Jolie-Pitt’s Journey and Relationship Dynamics
Reports suggest that Zahara Jolie-Pitt may have distanced herself from Brad Pitt following allegations of abusive behavior by Angelina Jolie. Her name change to “Zahara Marley Jolie” hints at this shift, further supported by statements made by her brother, Pax, regarding Pitt’s treatment of them.
Brad Pitt’s Concerns About Revealing Family Story
Although none of the Jolie-Pitt children have publicly spoken about their relationship with Brad Pitt, there are concerns that they might share their side of the story. Pitt reportedly fears that his children, now adults, could divulge details about their family dynamics, which he cannot control as easily as he can silence Angelina Jolie through legal means.
Racial Bias in Zahara Jolie-Pitt’s Medical Experience
Zahara Jolie-Pitt’s encounter with racial bias in the medical field shed light on broader issues faced by individuals of color. Following a surgical procedure, Angelina Jolie revealed instances of inadequate medical advice driven by racial prejudices. This experience underscores the need for greater awareness and sensitivity in healthcare settings to cater to diverse patient populations.
