Brad Pitt is mourning a deep personal loss as his mother, Jane Pitt, passes away at the age of 84. Known for her grace, warmth, and devotion to family, Jane’s death has left the Oscar-winning actor and his loved ones heartbroken. The family’s emotional tributes and her quiet legacy are now touching hearts around the world.
A Devoted Mother and Quiet Force Behind Brad Pitt’s Rise
Hollywood superstar Brad Pitt is grieving the loss of his beloved mother, Jane Pitt, who passed away at 84. The heartbreaking news was first reported by TMZ and confirmed by PEOPLE. A rep for the actor declined to comment.
Brad, 61, and his younger siblings Doug and Julie were raised in Springfield, Missouri, by Jane — a retired school counselor — and their father William, who once owned a trucking company.
Though Jane stayed mostly out of the spotlight, she occasionally appeared at major events alongside her son, including the Oscars in 2012 and the 2014 premiere of Unbroken, directed by then-daughter-in-law Angelina Jolie.
At a June screening of his upcoming film F1, Brad sweetly gave his mother a shout-out during an interview with Today anchor Savannah Guthrie:
“I gotta say hi to my mom because she watches you every morning. To Jane Pitt. Love you, Mom,” he said, waving and blowing a kiss.
The Family’s Emotional Farewell and Jane’s Lasting Legacy
Following her passing, Brad’s niece Sydney — daughter of Doug — paid tribute to Jane on Instagram, calling her “my sweet Grammy” and sharing heartfelt words:
“We were not ready for you to go yet, but knowing you are finally free to sing, dance, and paint again makes it a tad easier.”
Sydney added that Jane had “the biggest heart” and cared deeply for everyone and everything:
“She could keep up with all 14 of us grandkids without missing a beat. There was no limit to the love she gave, and everyone who met her felt it… We were truly blessed to have her to love on growing up, and I know she lives on through each of us.”
Brad and his siblings have honored their mother’s legacy in tangible ways. In 2009, they donated $1 million to a Missouri hospital, helping to open a new pediatric cancer wing named in her honor — the Jane Pitt Pediatric Cancer Center — which brought the first pediatric oncologist and hematologist to the southwest Missouri region.
In a 2018 video for WorldServe International, Jane expressed her pride in her children’s philanthropy:
“I’m very proud of all my children. They see a need and try to step in and fill it… It’s an amazing thing.”
Jane leaves behind her husband William, children Brad, Doug, and Julie, and six grandchildren from Brad’s marriage to Angelina Jolie: Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, and twins Vivienne and Knox.
Her passing is not only a loss to the Pitt family but a heartfelt reminder of the strength, generosity, and love that Jane embodied. Her legacy lives on through her children, grandchildren, and the countless lives she quietly touched.