British celebrities are known for their talent and unique personalities, but some of them may surprise fans with the fact that they are using stage names. MSN recently compiled a list of nine celebrities from the UK who have assumed pseudonyms for their professional careers.
One such celebrity is Sir Elton John, whose real name is actually Reginald Kenneth Dwight. The iconic musician chose his stage name as a tribute to two of his bandmates, Elton Dean and Long John Baldry. Another famous singer, Calvin Harris, was born Adam Wiles but adopted his pseudonym to avoid any confusion with other artists.
Actress Helen Mirren, known for her impressive career in film and television, was actually born as Ilyena Lydia Mironoff. She changed her name early in her career to stand out in the industry. In the world of comedy, Ricky Gervais goes by his birth name but Stephen Merchant, his writing partner, actually changed his name from Steven James Smith to avoid confusion with another comedian.
Other celebrities on the list include David Bowie (born David Robert Jones), Jamie Foxx (born Eric Marlon Bishop), Ed Sheeran (born Edward Christopher Sheeran), and Cat Stevens (born Steven Demetre Georgiou). Each of these individuals made the decision to use a stage name for various reasons, whether it be to create a unique identity in the entertainment industry or simply for personal preference.
While fans may have never known these celebrities by their birth names, their talents and contributions to music, film, and comedy speak for themselves. These nine celebrities have shown that a stage name is just another part of the entertainment industry and can help artists establish themselves in their respective fields.
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