Angelina Jolie and her former spouse Brad Pitt are parents to six children: twins Knox and Vivienne, Pax, Shiloh, Zahara, and Maddox. Despite their separation, Jolie remains deeply committed to her role as a mother.
During their marriage, Jolie’s brother, James Haven, played a significant role in caring for their children. Acting as a devoted uncle, Haven offered his assistance in parenting and often looked after the kids to allow Jolie and Pitt some personal time.
Jolie shares a close bond with her brother, Haven. Raised by their mother, Marcheline Bertrand, the siblings experienced a nurturing upbringing away from the glitz and glamor of Hollywood.
Although they bear a striking resemblance to their mother, Haven has opted for a quieter life compared to his sister’s high-profile career.
In contrast to Jolie’s spotlight, Haven maintains a low-key presence in Los Angeles, pursuing a career as an actor, director, and producer. He has served as an executive board director for Artivist, a film festival championing human rights, animal rights, and environmental causes, since 2006.
While Haven rarely steps into the limelight, he accompanied his sister to the Academy Awards in both 1986 and 2006. During the latter ceremony, Jolie’s emotional acceptance speech for “Girl, Interrupted” sparked unfounded rumors about their relationship, which both siblings vehemently denied.
Haven often seeks advice from his sister and values her protective nature, especially concerning his romantic endeavors. Raised in a divorced household, Jolie has been discerning about potential partners for her brother, jokingly attributing his single status to her high standards.
As someone who admires strong women and upholds perfectionist tendencies, Haven acknowledges the challenge of finding a partner who meets his expectations. Despite his close relationship with Jolie, he remains hopeful about finding love, albeit under the scrutiny of his sister’s discerning eye.
Haven’s involvement in caring for Jolie’s children was a testament to their tight bond. Acting as a nanny, he was entrusted with the responsibility because he was among the few individuals Jolie trusted implicitly with her six kids.
Interestingly, the name “Shiloh,” initially intended for Haven, became the moniker for Jolie’s first biological daughter. Allegedly, Jolie also used the name as an alias when checking into hotels. Shiloh, known as a Biblical city, holds historical significance as the site of a Tennessee Civil War battle.
However, the public display of closeness between Haven and Jolie has dwindled over the years. Reports suggest that Haven’s role as a full-time nanny ended following Jolie’s divorce from Pitt, and their once-close relationship seems to have faded into the past.
