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  Three Into Two Goes   great trivia quiz  
Match Quiz
 10 Qns
Here is a selection of celebrities. Each celebrity started off with a three-word birth name. Match the birth name to the correct celebrity name.
Easier, 10 Qns, suomy, Jun 03 25
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suomy
Jun 03 25
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  Folks With Three Names    
Match Quiz
 10 Qns
I will give you a couple of roles and you will have to match them up to the correct performer who uses three names. I know you can do this!
Easier, 10 Qns, dcpddc478, Sep 15 16
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  Three Names Are Better Than Two    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Some first names also double as last names. Add a middle name, and you have a triple-namer. (Think "Stevie Ray Vaughn" and "Pamela Sue Martin.") Identify the celebs below with three, count 'em, three (or more) names!
Easier, 10 Qns, Pangea250, Apr 29 18
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  Thrice Named Celebrities    
Multiple Choice
 20 Qns
These celebrities must feel they needed names that really stand out. I hope you enjoy this quiz as much as I enjoyed creating it!
Average, 20 Qns, xransmom, Feb 23 11
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  Are Three Names Better than Two?    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Is having more than two names really necessary? All of the questions in this quiz deal with celebs who go by three of them.
Average, 10 Qns, ludad, Jan 31 24
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ludad
Jan 31 24
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trivia question Quick Question
Who is the perky lady who plays Kim Warner on "Yes, Dear"?

From Quiz "Thrice Named Celebrities"





Three Names Trivia Questions
1. Push up those jacket sleeves! What triple first namer (along with Don Johnson) started this new fashion trend in the mid 1980s?

From Quiz Three Names Are Better Than Two

Answer: Phillip Michael Thomas

Phillip Michael Thomas starred in the long-running cop show, "Miami Vice" (1984-1989). The show featured Thomas as Rico Tubbs and Don Johnson as Sonny Crockett, two undercover police detectives in the fashion-savvy, drug-infested Miami area. The show started a recognizable fashion trend and fans took to wearing pastel t-shirts with the sleeves of their Armani jackets pushed up.

2. Who starred as Carrie from "Sex and the City"?

From Quiz Thrice Named Celebrities

Answer: Sarah Jessica Parker & Parker

Sarah was on "Square Pegs" in the 80s along with Jami Gertz and Tracy Nelson. She married Matthew Broderick in 1997 and had her first child, James Wilke, in 2002.

3. This former "Saved by the Bell" star used to go by three names. Now, she goes by only two. What 'third' name did Tiffani Thiessen drop?

From Quiz Are Three Names Better than Two?

Answer: Amber

Until recently, Tiffani was known as Tiffani-Amber Thiessen. She played Kelly Kapowski on "Saved by the Bell", Valerie Malone on "Beverly Hills, 90210", and Billie Chambers on "Fastlane".

4. Daughter of Janet Leigh and Tony Curtis, who is known as "The Scream Queen" and was Laurie Strode in "Halloween"?

From Quiz Thrice Named Celebrities

Answer: Jamie Lee Curtis & Curtis

Jamie Lee starred in several horror movies - "Halloween", "The Fog" and "Prom Night", etc. - earning her the title "Scream Queen". She is married to actor Christopher Guest, who was Count Rugen in "The Princess Bride". She is an advocate for adoption and has adopted two children of her own.

5. Who was Sabrina in "Sabrina, the Teenage Witch"?

From Quiz Thrice Named Celebrities

Answer: Melissa Joan Hart

Melissa was in the teen comedy "Drive Me Crazy" and was Clarissa in "Clarissa Explains It All". She married Mark Wilkerson in 2003.

6. Fill in the 2 missing names for this "Buffy" star: ______ ______ Gellar?

From Quiz Are Three Names Better than Two?

Answer: Sarah Michelle

Sarah Michelle Gellar is adored for her role as Buffy Summers on "Buffy the Vampire Slayer". Her most current name, I guess, would be Sarah Michelle Gellar-Prinze. She married fellow "Scooby-Doo" star, Freddie Prinze Jr., on September 1, 2002.

7. This lady was in "Chicago" and "America's Sweethearts". She became a daughter-in-law of Kirk Douglas in November 2000. Who is she?

From Quiz Thrice Named Celebrities

Answer: Catherine Zeta Jones & Catherine Zeta-Jones & Catharine Zeta Jones & Catharine Zeta-Jones & Zeta-Jones & Zeta Jones & Jones

Catherine is Welsh. She has a son, Dylan, and a daughter, Carys, with husband Michael Douglas. Though born in different years, Catherine and Michael share the the same birthday - September 25th.

8. This actress (with three names, of course) can be seen in the 1999 film "Fight Club", starring Brad Pitt and Edward Norton.

From Quiz Are Three Names Better than Two?

Answer: Helena Bonham Carter

Helena Bonham Carter played Marla Singer in "Fight Club". In the film, Marla goes to support groups for diseases she doesn't have because "It's cheaper than a movie, and there's free coffee.".

9. This actress-of-first-names-only is known for her performances in "The Best Little Girl in the World" (1981), "Single White Female" (1992) and "Road To Perdition" (2002). Name this daughter of Vic Morrow.

From Quiz Three Names Are Better Than Two

Answer: Jennifer Jason Leigh

Born Jennifer Morrow, she changed her name to Jennifer Jason Leigh, in part to honor family friend Jason Robards. Her father, Vic Morrow, was killed in 1982 along with two child actors when a helicopter crashed on top of them during filming on the set of "Twilight Zone: The Movie" (1983).

10. On which television sitcom are the three brothers played by Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, and Taran Noah Smith?

From Quiz Are Three Names Better than Two?

Answer: Home Improvement

"Home Improvement" ran from 1991-1999 and starred Tim Allen and Patricia Richardson as the parents of Brad, Randy, and Mark Taylor.

11. In 1991, twenty-six years after her father's death, the daughter of this singer, with three first names, won several Grammy Awards for a digitally-created posthumous duet with her father. Name that crooner?

From Quiz Three Names Are Better Than Two

Answer: Nat King Cole

While Nat King Cole died in 1965, Natalie used a bit of digital magic in 1991 to sing along with her late father's original recording. Natalie won several Grammy Awards in 1991, including Record of the Year, Song of the Year and Best Traditional Pop Performance. She says she felt the presence of her father during the recording sessions.

12. Which uniquely named actress was TV's "Punky Brewster"?

From Quiz Thrice Named Celebrities

Answer: Soleil Moon Frye

Soleil was also in "Sabrina, the Teenage Witch" as Roxie. Soleil's older brother has an equally unique name. He is Meeno Peluce of the sci-fi show of the 80s called "Voyagers!". Soleil married Jason Goldberg in October 1998 and gave birth to her first child in August 2005. In keeping with her own unique name, Soleil and Jason named their daughter Poet Sienna Rose Goldberg.

13. Which actress is best known as TV's "Buffy, the Vampire Slayer"?

From Quiz Thrice Named Celebrities

Answer: Sarah Michelle Gellar & Gellar

Sarah played Susan Lucci's daughter in "All My Children" before gaining fame as Buffy Summers. She married her "Scooby-Doo" co-star Freddie Prinze, Jr. in September 2002.

14. This actor has starred in the movies "The Breakfast Club", "Sixteen Candles", and "Weird Science". What are his three names?

From Quiz Are Three Names Better than Two?

Answer: Anthony Michael Hall

Anthony Michael Hall was born on April 14, 1968. He now plays Johnny Smith on USA's "The Dead Zone", which is based on characters from the Stephen King novel of the same title.

15. Daughter of Eddie Fisher and Connie Stevens, this lady played Lisa Glover in the TV movie "Strange Voices". Who is she?

From Quiz Thrice Named Celebrities

Answer: Tricia Leigh Fisher

Tricia Leigh and Joely Fisher are both the daughters of Connie Stevens and Eddie Fisher. Their half-sister is Carrie, better known as Princess Leia of "Star Wars", daughter of Eddie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds. I added Carrie's middle name to fit the quiz title. Joely Richardson also has a famous mom: Vanessa Redgrave.

16. This former "Twin Peaks" star has appeared in the films "Wayne's World" and "Threesome". Who is she?

From Quiz Are Three Names Better than Two?

Answer: Lara Flynn Boyle

Lara Flynn Boyle played Wayne's crazy ex-girlfriend, Stacy, in 1992's "Wayne's World". She played Alex in the 1994 movie "Threesome" with Stephen Baldwin. Her most notable role, however, is probably as Asst. District Attorney Helen Gamble on the TV show "The Practice".

17. This blonde actress was in "Some Kind Of Wonderful", "Immediate Family" and "Benny & Joon". Who is she?

From Quiz Thrice Named Celebrities

Answer: Mary Stuart Masterson

Mary Stuart was also in "Bed of Roses" with Christian Slater. Mary Elizabeth was in "Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves" with Kevin Costner. Mary Louise was in the TV mini-series "Angels in America" and Mary Tyler Moore was, of course, Laura Petrie in "The Dick Van Dyke Show" and Mary Richards in her own self-titled sitcom.

18. This former Guess? jeans model had her own controversial reality show on the E! network. What were her three names?

From Quiz Are Three Names Better than Two?

Answer: Anna Nicole Smith

Anna Nicole Smith sounded good, but her real name was Vicki Lynn Hogan. Anna was "Playboy Playmate of the Year" in 1993.

19. This triple-first-namer had roles in "Knots Landing" (1979-1993) and "Police Academy 3: Back in Training" (1986) before landing the starring role in "JAG" (1995-2005). What are his three first names?

From Quiz Three Names Are Better Than Two

Answer: David James Elliott

Intending to pursue a career as a member of a rock and roll band, Elliott quit high school for a short time. He quickly thought better of it and returned to school, eventually graduating at age 19. In addition to his role of Commander Harmon "Harm" Rabb, Jr. on "JAG" (1995-2005)he also directed several episodes.

20. This funny actress is best known as Elaine from "Seinfeld". Who is she?

From Quiz Thrice Named Celebrities

Answer: Julia Louis Dreyfus & Julia Louis-Dreyfus & Louis Dreyfus & Louis-Dreyfus & Dreyfus

The show about nothing. Main cast consisted of Julia, Jerry Seinfeld, Jason Alexander and Michael Richards. It aired from 1990 to 1998.

21. This actress has received award nominations for such films as "Gosford Park", "The English Patient", and "The Horse Whisperer". Who is she?

From Quiz Are Three Names Better than Two?

Answer: Kristin Scott Thomas

Kristin Scott Thomas has also appeared in the films "Random Hearts", "Four Weddings and a Funeral", and Prince's "Under the Cherry Moon".

22. Who is the perky lady who plays Kim Warner on "Yes, Dear"?

From Quiz Thrice Named Celebrities

Answer: Jean Louisa Kelly

Jean Louisa stars alongside Anthony Clark, Liza Snyder and Mike O'Malley in the comedy "Yes, Dear".

23. This lady became a "Thrice Named Celebrity" when she married Madonna's ex-husband. Who is she?

From Quiz Thrice Named Celebrities

Answer: Robin Wright Penn & Penn

Robin Wright became known as Robin Wright Penn when she married Sean Penn in 1996. Robin was Buttercup in "The Princess Bride" and Forrest's beloved Jenny in "Forrest Gump". Robin and Sean have 2 children, Dylan Frances and Hopper Jack.

24. This young woman can be seen as Jenny Morgan, the love interest of Gregory Harrison, in the TV movies "Au Pair" and "Au Pair II". Who is she?

From Quiz Thrice Named Celebrities

Answer: Heidi Noelle Lenhart

All of these ladies were on the teen comedy "California Dreams". It is like "Saved by the Bell" only the teens are in a pop band. Heidi was Jenny Garrison. Gail played Jenny's mom, Melody (credited as Gail Ramsey). Jennifer Trinidad Fernando is the birth name of Jennie Kwan, who played Sam Woo, and Kelly was Tiffani Smith. Kelly went on to co-star on "Baywatch" as April.

25. Which actress played psychopath Hedy Carlson in "Single White Female"?

From Quiz Thrice Named Celebrities

Answer: Jennifer Jason Leigh

Jennifer was in "SWF" with Bridget Fonda. She can also be seen in "Dolores Claiborne" and "Fast Times at Ridgemont High".

26. Which actress starred in "She's All That" and "Josie and the Pussycats"?

From Quiz Thrice Named Celebrities

Answer: Rachael Leigh Cook

Rachael Leigh was Laney Boggs in "She's All That" and Josie McCoy in "Josie and the Pussycats". She was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on October 4, 1979.

27. This guy got his 15 minutes of fame during season 3 of "American Idol". Simon repeatedly referred to him as a "pen salesman". He may be better known by his initials which are JPL. Who is he?

From Quiz Thrice Named Celebrities

Answer: Jon Peter Lewis & Lewis

Jon Peter did fairly well but was voted out midway throught the contest. "American Idol" Season 3's winner was Fantasia Barrino.

28. "Great Balls of Fire"! This singer is known for his wild piano playing and his 13-year-old bride who was also his cousin. He is ____ ?

From Quiz Thrice Named Celebrities

Answer: Jerry Lee Lewis

Jerry Lee married his cousin Myra when she was 13 and he was 22. Their marriage lasted from December 1957 to December 1970. Jerry Lee has two other famous cousins: country singer Mickey Gilley and fallen evangelist Jimmy Swaggart. They all have the middle name Lee, they all play the piano, and they were all born in Louisiana.

29. This funny man is best known as Rob Petrie on his self-titled sitcom. Who is he?

From Quiz Thrice Named Celebrities

Answer: Dick Van Dyke & Van Dyke & Dyke

Technically not three names but I like him so I wanted to include him. Brother to comic actor Jerry Van Dyke and also starred alongside his son Barry Van Dyke on "Diagnosis Murder".

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