Vivienne Jolie-Pitt as Young Aurora
Vivienne Jolie-Pitt portrayed young Princess Aurora in the 2014 live-action film Maleficent, which starred Angelina Jolie as the title character and was produced by Roth Films and Walt Disney Pictures. She reprised the role in the 2019 sequel Maleficent: Mistress of Evil, appearing in scenes alongside her mother and Elle Fanning as the older Aurora. The films are part of Disney's live-action reimagining of the 1959 animated classic Sleeping Beauty, and Vivienne's casting was one of the early details confirmed during production announcements.
In Maleficent, Vivienne Jolie-Pitt appears in several key scenes as the child version of Aurora, interacting with Angelina Jolie's character and sharing screen time with the fairy creatures. In Maleficent: Mistress of Evil, her scenes focus on Aurora's childhood moments and family interactions within the Moors. The films were shot at Pinewood Studios in England, with production on the first Maleficent beginning in 2012 and the sequel starting in 2018. Both films were distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures and grossed over 750 million dollars worldwide combined.
Vivienne Jolie-Pitt's Career and Public Profile
Vivienne Jolie-Pitt was born on July 12, 2008, making her the fourth biological child of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt. Her appearance in Maleficent marked one of her earliest roles in a major studio film, alongside her siblings Knox and Zahara, who also had involvement in the production environment. According to public earnings reports and interviews, the Jolie-Pitt children have not pursued traditional acting careers beyond these film appearances, with the parents emphasizing a low-key approach to their upbringing.
The Jolie-Pitt family's combined net worth has been estimated by Forbes and other financial outlets at over 500 million dollars, derived from Angelina Jolie's acting career, Brad Pitt's production ventures, and business investments. Vivienne Jolie-Pitt's role in Maleficent contributed to the films' promotional coverage, which often highlighted the family's involvement. As of recent public records, Vivienne attends school and participates in philanthropy through the Jolie-Pitt family's charitable foundations, which focus on education and humanitarian causes.
Maleficent Franchise and Production Details
The Maleficent franchise is a Disney live-action series that reinterprets the Sleeping Beauty story from the perspective of the antagonist, with the first film directed by Robert Stromberg and the sequel by Joachim Rønning and Espen Sandberg. Angelina Jolie served as a producer on both films through her production company, and the casting of Vivienne Jolie-Pitt as young Aurora was confirmed in early production notes reported by entertainment outlets. The films feature visual effects by companies such as Digital Domain and Framestore, and the soundtrack includes contributions from composers Geoff Zanelli and Henry Jackman.
Maleficent and Maleficent: Mistress of Evil were released by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures and are available on Disney+ streaming, with digital purchase and physical media distribution handled by Buena Vista Home Entertainment. The franchise has generated significant merchandise revenue, including toys, apparel, and theme park experiences at Disney parks globally. Vivienne Jolie-Pitt's presence in both films is documented in press materials, behind-the-scenes features, and interviews with the cast and crew, and her role is often cited in discussions of child actors in major franchise films.