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Three Names Are Better Than Two Quiz


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!

A multiple-choice quiz by Pangea250. Estimated time: 4 mins.
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Author
Pangea250
Time
4 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
313,723
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Easy
Avg Score
9 / 10
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Question 1 of 10
1. Push up those jacket sleeves! What triple first namer (along with Don Johnson) started this new fashion trend in the mid 1980s? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. If you could see her, you would known her name. You could borrow her heavy, thick-framed red glasses to get a good look. Identify the former talk show host with three first names. Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. He became famous as Steve McGarrett of "Hawaii Five-0" (1968-1980). His mother named him John Joseph Patrick Ryan (my goodness, that's four first names!), but he shed his quadruple-first-name status for something more simple, yet regal. What name did he change to? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. This fresh-faced actor, with a trio of first names, is most recognizable in his role as ace combat pilot Stringfellow Hawke on the action television series "Airwolf" (1984-1986) that also starred Ernest Borgnine. Can you name all three of his first names? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. 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. Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. 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? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. He started out as a body guard for the likes of Will Smith, Jamie Foxx, Notorious B.I.G. and Martin Lawrence. Indeed, size is the first thing you notice when you see this actor with three first names. Even so, he is well-known for playing "gentle giant" roles in movies like "Armageddon" (1998) and "The Green Mile" (1999). Name this actor, but only the first names, please! Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. This triple-first-namer is known as the "scream queen". She was willing to bare it all when she was in her 20s and again when she turned 50. Certainly not afraid to tell "True Lies" (1994) or be "Trading Places" (1983), she doesn't need a "Halloween" (1978) costume when she walks her "Beverly Hills Chihuahua" (2008). Who is she? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. This handsome young man made a name for himself (well, actually, three names for himself) on the sitcom "Home Improvement" (1991-1999) in which he played a character with two first names, Randy Taylor. He also provided the voice for animated characters in "The Lion King" (1994), "The Adventures of Pinocchio" (1996) and "The Wild Thornberrys" (1998). Who is he? No last names allowed! Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. 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? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Push up those jacket sleeves! What triple first namer (along with Don Johnson) started this new fashion trend in the mid 1980s?

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. If you could see her, you would known her name. You could borrow her heavy, thick-framed red glasses to get a good look. Identify the former talk show host with three first names.

Answer: Sally Jessy Raphael

"The Sally Jessy Raphael Show" (1983-2002) became synonymous with thick-framed, red glasses. Sally's trademark look started completely by accident. She was having trouble reading the teleprompter and stopped at a store for a cheap pair of glasses. The selection was, apparently, quite limited, but her target audience loved the look and tuned in for more.
3. He became famous as Steve McGarrett of "Hawaii Five-0" (1968-1980). His mother named him John Joseph Patrick Ryan (my goodness, that's four first names!), but he shed his quadruple-first-name status for something more simple, yet regal. What name did he change to?

Answer: Jack Lord

In Hollywood, John Joseph Patrick Ryan developed a reputation as a man who would would not compromise. It was his way or no way at all. He developed the nickname "His Lordship" and eventually legally changed his name to Jack Lord. Now, admit it...you are humming the "Hawaii 5-0" theme song, aren't you? Surf's up, let's go!
4. This fresh-faced actor, with a trio of first names, is most recognizable in his role as ace combat pilot Stringfellow Hawke on the action television series "Airwolf" (1984-1986) that also starred Ernest Borgnine. Can you name all three of his first names?

Answer: Jan Michael Vincent

When the series ended, Vincent's career took a sharp turn downward. An admitted alcoholic, many say that he appeared to be intoxicated in several third season episodes. He spent some time in jail for drunk driving in the 1980s and barely survived two car crashes by the mid-1990s.
5. 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.

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).
6. 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?

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.
7. He started out as a body guard for the likes of Will Smith, Jamie Foxx, Notorious B.I.G. and Martin Lawrence. Indeed, size is the first thing you notice when you see this actor with three first names. Even so, he is well-known for playing "gentle giant" roles in movies like "Armageddon" (1998) and "The Green Mile" (1999). Name this actor, but only the first names, please!

Answer: Michael Clarke Duncan

Duncan credits the friendship he developed with Bruce Willis while filming "Armageddon" (1998) as the catalyst his acting career needed. He and Willis have remained friends and have appeared in several movies together since then: "Breakfast of Champions" (1999), "The Whole Nine Yards" (2000) and "Sin City" (2005).

In addition to acting, Michael Clarke Duncan has also provided the voice for characters in movies such as "Cats and Dogs" (2001), "Brother Bear" (2003) and "Kung Fu Panda" (2008).
8. This triple-first-namer is known as the "scream queen". She was willing to bare it all when she was in her 20s and again when she turned 50. Certainly not afraid to tell "True Lies" (1994) or be "Trading Places" (1983), she doesn't need a "Halloween" (1978) costume when she walks her "Beverly Hills Chihuahua" (2008). Who is she?

Answer: Jamie Lee Curtis

Curtis was photographed in 2002 in just a sports bra and spandex shorts with no flattering camera angles, filters or retouching. She wanted to make a point that she doesn't look movie-star-gorgeous without a lot of make-up and a full staff to get her ready. To celebrate her 50th birthday in 2008, Curtis posed topless to show that women are beautiful, no matter how old they are.
9. This handsome young man made a name for himself (well, actually, three names for himself) on the sitcom "Home Improvement" (1991-1999) in which he played a character with two first names, Randy Taylor. He also provided the voice for animated characters in "The Lion King" (1994), "The Adventures of Pinocchio" (1996) and "The Wild Thornberrys" (1998). Who is he? No last names allowed!

Answer: Jonathan Taylor Thomas

Jonathan Taylor Thomas appeared in the short-lived sitcom, "The Bradys" (1990), a spin-off from "The Brady Bunch" (1969-1974), in which he played the part of Greg's son Kevin. He provided the voice for young Simba in "The Lion King" (1994). He is best known for his portrayal of one of the sons of accident-prone handyman Tim Taylor in "Home Improvement" (1991-1999).
10. 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?

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.
Source: Author Pangea250

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