Anton James Pacino, the son of acclaimed actor Al Pacino, has remained largely out of the public eye, adopting a fame-averse behavior similar to his father. Al Pacino himself has admitted to living a secretive life due to his superstardom, and it seems that Anton has learned this behavior from him.
Anton James Pacino’s Background and Family
Anton James Pacino is one of Al Pacino’s twin children. His mother is actress Beverly D’Angelo, known for her role as Ellen Griswold in the “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” movies. Anton has a twin sister, Olivia Rose Pacino, whose personality appears to be quite different from his own.
Al Pacino and Beverly D’Angelo became parents to the twins through in vitro fertilization (IVF) in January 2001, when Al was 61 and Beverly was 50.
Anton James Pacino’s Parents’ Custody Battle
Although Anton’s parents were in a relationship for six years, they never married. Their relationship was tumultuous, leading to a breakup. In 2003, a custody battle ensued in a Manhattan, New York courtroom between Al Pacino and Beverly D’Angelo.
During the court proceedings, Beverly accused Al of neglecting their child, claiming that he had never even changed a diaper. She also labeled him as a “controlling, harassing man.” On the other side, Al’s lawyer alleged that Beverly was using their child as a means to manipulate Al for her own benefit.
The custody battle continued for some time, but eventually, in 2014, the former couple reached a settlement for child support. Magistrate David Kirshblum of the Manhattan Family Court confirmed that both parties agreed to the settlement voluntarily, although the specific financial details were not disclosed.
It was reported that Al Pacino continues to pay Beverly $35,000 per month for childcare, but the exact amount remains undisclosed.
Anton James Pacino’s Privacy and Public Appearances
Anton prefers to stay away from the public eye, partly due to the challenges his father faces in taking him outside. Al Pacino, owing to his celebrity status, has learned to live his life anonymously. In a 2015 interview, Al expressed his struggles with fame, stating that he had not been to the supermarket or taken the subway in years. Being unrecognized in public has become a luxury for him.
Unlike his twin sister Olivia, Anton is not active on social media. Instead, he has found success in a different field. According to Beverly D’Angelo, Anton owns a video game company and has dedicated his time to the industry.
Olivia, on the other hand, is more open about her personal life. She maintains an Instagram account where she regularly shares updates about her daily activities but does not often mention her twin brother. She also frequently streams on Twitch.
While Anton rarely makes public appearances, he has been seen attending events with his parents on certain occasions. In 2020, he accompanied his father, Olivia, and their half-sister Julie Marie Pacino to the Oscars. More recently, he was spotted at his mother’s film premiere for “Violent Night” at the TCL Chinese Theatre in December 2022. At the premiere, Anton was seen with Olivia and their cousin Courtney D’Angelo, all dressed in holiday-themed sweaters.
Beverly D’Angelo expressed her joy at watching her children laugh at her acting during the premiere. She also mentioned that the time spent together as a family brought them great pleasure.
The Impact of Anton and Olivia on Al Pacino’s Life
Anton and Olivia are fortunate to spend quality time with both of their parents, despite Al Pacino and Beverly D’Angelo no longer being together. Their presence has had a profound impact on their father’s life. Al acknowledged that his children have changed his priorities, shifting his focus from work to what truly matters. Acting, which used to consume his life, has now become just a small part of it.
