Marilyn Monroe was born Norma Jeane Mortenson in Los Angeles, California, US, on June 1, 1926. Marilyn Monroe began modeling in 1945, and starred in her first movie, "Dangerous Years," in 1947. She also starred in other movies, including "Bus Stop," "The Seven Year Itch," and "The Misfits". She has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Her stage name was a collaboration between herself and 20th Century-Fox executive Ben Lyon, who suggested "Marilyn" after Marilyn Miller, while she added "Monroe" from her mother's maiden name.
2. Caryn Johnson
Answer: Whoopi Goldberg
Whoopi Goldberg was born Caryn Elaine Johnson in New York City, US, on November 13, 1955. She starred in her first movie, "Citizen: I'm Not Losing My Mind, I'm Giving It Away," in 1982. She also starred in other movies, including "Sister Act," "Ghost," and "The Deep End of the Ocean". She has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Her stage name, "Whoopi", is a literal reference to a whoopee cushion, and her mother suggested the last name "Goldberg".
3. Peter Hernandez
Answer: Bruno Mars
Bruno Mars was born Peter Gene Hernandez in Honolulu, Hawaii, US, on October 8, 1985. His debut single was "Just the Way You Are," released in 2010. Other singles by Bruno Mars include "That's What I Like," "The Lazy Song," and "Count On Me". He has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
His stage name, "Bruno," was a childhood nickname given to him by his father, and "Mars" was added to avoid being pigeonholed by the music industry.
4. Eric Bishop
Answer: Jamie Foxx
Jamie Foxx was born Eric Marlon Bishop in Terrell, Texas, US, on December 13, 1967. He starred in his first movie, "Toys," in 1992. He also starred in other movies, including "Breakin' All the Rules," "Law Abiding Citizen," and "A Million Ways to Die in the West". He has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
His stage name, "Jamie," was chosen by him to ensure he would get called up to the microphone during open mic nights, and "Foxx" as a direct tribute to legendary comedian and actor Redd Foxx.
5. Tara Patrick
Answer: Carmen Electra
Carmen Electra was born Tara Leigh Patrick in Sharonville, Ohio, US, on April 20, 1972. She starred in her first movie, "Good Burger", in 1997, but was uncredited for the role. She also starred in other movies including "Scary Movie," "Starsky & Hutch," and "Cheaper by the Dozen 2".
Her stage name, Carmen Electra, was given to her by musician Prince, who believed "Carmen" had a sultry, mysterious, and captivating quality, and chose "Electra" after watching her dance.
6. Eilleen Edwards
Answer: Shania Twain
Shania Twain was born Eilleen Regina Edwards in Windsor, Ontario, Canada, on August 28, 1965. Her debut single was "What Made You Say That," released in 1993. Other singles by Shania Twain include "Any Man of Mine," "Party for Two," and "You're Still the One". She has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Her stage name, "Shania," was from a woman she met named Shania, which she thought was a beautiful name. "Twain" was the name of her stepfather, Jerry Twain, who legally adopted her.
7. Dmitri Krushnic
Answer: Misha Collins
Misha Collins was born Dmitri Tippens Krushnic in Boston, Massachusetts, US, on August 20, 1974. Misha Collins starred in his first movie, "Liberty Heights," in 1999, but was uncredited. He also starred in other movies including, "Finding Home," "Over Her Dead Body," and "Girl, Interrupted".
His stage name, "Misha," is a nickname he has had since infancy, and "Collins" was his maternal grandmother's maiden name.
8. Melanie Bownds
Answer: Rebel Wilson
Rebel Wilson was born Melanie Elizabeth Bownds in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, on March 2, 1980. Rebel Wilson starred in her first movie, "Fat Pizza," in 2003. She also starred in other movies, including "Pitch Perfect," "Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb," and "Tinsel Town".
Her stage name, "Rebel," was originally a nickname given to her by her mother, and "Wilson" is a family name from her mother's side.
9. Reginald Dwight
Answer: Elton John
Elton John was born Reginald Dwight in Pinner, Middlesex, England, on March 25, 1947. His debut single was "I've Been Loving You," released in 1968. Other singles by Elton John include "Your Song," "Tiny Dancer," and "Candle in the Wind". He has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
His stage name, "Elton," is from Elton Dean, the talented saxophonist for Bluesology, and "John" was taken from Long John Baldry, the band's lead singer and a major early mentor.
10. Katheryn Hudson
Answer: Katy Perry
Katy Perry was born Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson in Santa Barbara, California, US, on October 25, 1984. Katy Perry's official debut single was "I Kissed a Girl," released in 2008. Other singles by Katy Perry include "Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)," "Teenage Dream," and "Firework".
Her stage name, "Katy," was a lifelong nickname for her birth name, Katheryn, and "Perry" was her mother's maiden name. The change was made to avoid confusion with actress Kate Hudson.
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