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16 Celebrity Stage Names That Are The Result Of Strict Union Rules, Copyright Infringement, Or The "Old Hollywood Culture" Of Anglicization


Michael Keaton had to use a stage name because his real name, Michael Douglas, was taken by an already famous movie star, and his nickname, Mike Douglas, was taken by a talkshow host. However, he's glad he didn't go with his first choice, Michael Jackson!

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