June 5th 2024.
Fans of beloved actress Reese Witherspoon were recently shocked to discover that her real name is not actually Reese. The 48-year-old star, known for her iconic roles in rom-coms like Legally Blonde and Sweet Home Alabama, has become a household name over the years. She has also made a successful transition to television, starring in popular shows like Big Little Lies, Little Fires Everywhere, and The Morning Show.
In addition to her acting career, Witherspoon also has her own production company where she funds TV shows and films based on books from her book club. Her most recent production, Where the Crawdads Sing, has been met with great success. With all of her fame and success, one would assume that most people know her real name by now. However, many were surprised to learn that she is actually not named Reese.
During an interview with Vanity Fair, Witherspoon and co-star Nicole Kidman discussed their close friendship and why Witherspoon refers to Laura Dern by her surname. Kidman jokingly stated that she hates how Witherspoon calls Dern by her last name, to which Witherspoon replied, "I'm gonna tell you why. Because my name is Laura, and her name is Laura and it's confusing to me. My real name is Laura Jeanne." Kidman then exclaimed that she had just remembered this fact about her Big Little Lies co-star and the reason behind the nickname.
The name Reese is actually the actress's mother's maiden name, which she adopted when she began her acting career in the 90s. This was a common practice for actors at the time, as they would often change their names to be more memorable or unique. Fans took to social media to express their surprise at learning Witherspoon's real name, with many realizing for the first time that she is actually named Laura.
The name Laura was extremely popular in the 1980s in the US and remained a popular choice in the UK, along with variations like Lauren, in the 1990s. However, in the past 30 years, the name has dropped in popularity and is now ranked as the 365th most popular girl's name in the US, after peaking at 14th in 1985. Witherspoon began her acting career as a teenager in 1991, and has since become one of the most well-known actresses in Hollywood.
Witherspoon, Kidman, and Dern all starred in the hit comedy-drama series Big Little Lies, which premiered in 2017 and aired its second season in 2019. During the Vanity Fair interview, the actresses joked about their different approaches to their acting roles and how they weren't sure if the show would be a success. However, the show has earned multiple Emmys and Golden Globes, solidifying its place as a fan favorite.
Despite her real name being Laura, Witherspoon will always be known and loved by fans as Reese. If you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, please get in touch with the entertainment team at The Agency by emailing us, calling 020 3615 2145, or visiting our Submit Stuff page. We would love to hear from you.
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