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Vivienne Jolie-Pitt Reveals Eating Disorder Struggle
Vivienne Jolie-Pitt shared her hospitalization for an eating disorder at a new art exhibition.
In brief
Vivienne Jolie-Pitt shared her hospitalization for an eating disorder at a new art exhibition. Vivienne Jolie-Pitt revealed she was hospitalized for an eating disorder in early 2026. Originally reported by FemaleFirst.
Vivienne's Hospitalization
Vivienne Jolie-Pitt, 18, revealed she was admitted to hospital for an eating disorder earlier this year.
Art Exhibition Statement
Vivienne shared her story in an artist statement at her exhibition, writing: 'Welcome to the Tulip Field.Why is it called The Tulip Field, you ask?Like many, I have struggled with mental health.
“Welcome to the Tulip Field. Why is it called The Tulip Field, you ask? Like many, I have struggled with mental health. I have also struggled with an eating disorder.”
Hospital Experience
She described being hospitalized for her eating disorder, feeling angry, sick, and alone, but finding kindness that helped her overcome.
“At the beginning of this year, I was hospitalized for my ED. I was angry, sick, and very alone. Eventually, however, the kindness and warmth of the kids and staff at the hospital broke down the walls I had built so high.”
Art Show Details
The Tulip Field: A Gallery on Patience of Patients ran from November 2 to November 8 at Forager Crafts in Los Angeles.
Name Change Petition
Vivienne petitioned to change her last name in July 2024, but was credited as Vivienne Jolie in the Playbill for The Outsiders in May 2024.
Sister's Name Change
Zahara Jolie, 21, legally changed her name to Zahara Jolie after graduating from Spelman College in May 2024.
At a glance
Vivienne Jolie-Pitt revealed she was hospitalized for an eating disorder in early 2026.
