Here Are 10 Celebrities Who Changed Their Real Names

If you think you know everything about every celebrity, think again. Many stars have the luxury to opt to change their real names before they are famous, choosing to go by more unique or interesting monikers. Or even simpler versions of their names, such as, pop sensation Miley Cyrus was born Destiny Hope Cyrus, but officially changed her name in January 2008.

Here are 10 celebrities whose real names will surprise you:

1. Reese Witherspoon – Birth Name: Laura Jeanne Reese Witherspoon

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2. Vin Diesel – Birth Name: Mark Sinclair

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3. Gigi Hadid – Birth Name: Jelena Noura Hadid

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4. Jamie Foxx – Birth Name: Eric Marlon Bishop

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5. Nina Dobrev – Birth Name: Nikolina Konstantinova Dobreva

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6. John Legend – Birth Name: John Roger Stephens

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7. Joaquin Phoenix – Birth Name: Joaquin Rafael Bottom

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8. Rihanna – Birth Name: Robyn Rihanna Fenty

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9. Calvin Harris – Birth Name: Adam Richard Wiles

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10. Jennifer Aniston – Birth Name: Jennifer Linn Anastassakis

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