Angelina Jolie's daughter Zahara steps out with boyfriend Elijah Cooper — Disneyland date goes viral amid engagement rumours
Zahara Jolie-Pitt's Disney outing with her beau
On June 20, the 20‑year‑old Spelman College student and Cooper, a Morehouse College attendee and actor, were photographed strolling hand‑in‑hand around Anaheim's Disneyland. They embraced the park spirit, donning matching Minnie and Mickey ears while exploring attractions like Tiana's Bayou Adventure and Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge.
Zahara Jolie-Pitt and boyfriend seen at Disneyland as engagement rumors swirl https://t.co/tqhHSwpHsW pic.twitter.com/JxPzI8PfHJ — Buzz Nova (@BuzzNova163093) June 21, 2025
How did Zahara's engagement rumours begin?
Engagement buzz first took off earlier this month when Zahara was photographed wearing a sparkling diamond ring on that finger during a dinner date with Elijah at the celeb-favourite Craig's in West Hollywood. The ring's placement on her left hand immediately raised eyebrows, with fans and tabloids speculating that the 20-year-old might be quietly engaged.
However, during her recent Disneyland outing with Elijah, the ring was noticeably absent. Whether it was a simple accessory switch or a sign that there's nothing romantic to read into remains unclear, but the mystery has only fuelled more online chatter. Some believe the couple could be keeping things private, while others think the ring might've been just another fashion statement.
Zahara drops 'Pitt' from her last name
Zahara, who recently made headlines for dropping 'Pitt' from her last name, has been carving out her own identity both socially and academically. Now going by Zahara Jolie, she's an active member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority at Spelman College, where she's become known not just as the daughter of Hollywood royalty, but as a thoughtful student leader in her own right.
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Her bond with her mother, Angelina Jolie, remains strong and rooted in shared values. The two have been spotted together at various philanthropic events, and Zahara has taken on a more public-facing role in activism—most notably as a keynote speaker at a Mother-Daughter Brunch hosted by Alpha Kappa Alpha. She's also been involved in humanitarian causes, including initiatives focused on climate issues and wildfire recovery, areas Angelina has long championed.
So, are the engagement rumours true?
While neither Zahara nor Elijah has said anything about being engaged, the combination of that diamond ring, cosy dinner dates, and their Disneyland day out has definitely set off speculation. Still, official or not, the two seem genuinely smitten, enjoying each other's company and making the most of a carefree summer together.
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