Celebrities You Never Knew Changed Their Names

Reese Witherspoon – Real Name: Laura Jeanne Reese Witherspoon

Reese Witherspoon is, without a doubt, one of Hollywood’s top stars. However, you may be surprised to learn that her full name is Laura Jeanne Reese Witherspoon, which she just shortened to make it less of a mouthful. She changed her name since Reese sounded more “Hollywood” than her given name, Laura.

She’s been known by this moniker since her first film performance in 1991 when she was just 14 years old. She has kept it throughout a successful and varied career that has included roles in blockbusters like “Sweet Home Alabama,” “Legally Blonde,” and “Fear,” among others. Witherspoon had a voice role as Rosita in “Sing 2” in 2021.

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