Brad Pitt 's mother, Jane Pitt, has died at the age of 84, the actor's niece, Sydney Pitt, announced this week. According to her obituary, Jane Pitt died on Tuesday, Aug. 5. She is survived by her husband William Alvin "Bill" Pitt and their children, Brad Pitt, Doug Pitt and Julie Neal (née Pitt).

Brad Pitt is mourning the death of his mom Jane. The Oscar winner's mother died at age 84, PEOPLE confirms. TMZ was first to report the news. A rep for the actor declined to comment.

Sydney Pitt, daughter of Doug Pitt, posted a tribute to the matriarch of the family on her social media accounts.