Trivia Quiz: Do You Know The Birth Name Of These Celebrities?

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Do You Know The Birth Name Of These Celebrities? If someone has a unique name, the chances of being remembered will be higher and this is why most celebrities have changed their names when they begun their career. Take this fun trivia quiz and see if you really know some of your favorite celebrities or just their made-up names.

Questions and Answers

1.

Al Jolson
- A.
  
  Curtis Jackson
- B.
  
  Bobby Moore
- C.
  
  Asa Yoelson
- D.
  
  Al Brown
- E.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
C. Asa Yoelson

Explanation
The correct answer is Asa Yoelson. This is because Asa Yoelson is the birth name of the American singer and actor Al Jolson. Al Jolson was a popular entertainer in the early 20th century known for his charismatic performances and his role in the first talking motion picture, "The Jazz Singer".

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2.

Yves St. Laurent
- A.
  
  Henri Donat Mathieu
- B.
  
  Van Cassallis
- C.
  
  Mark Yves Vincent
- D.
  
  Vincent St. Ives
- E.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
A. Henri Donat Mathieu

Explanation
The given question is asking for the real name of Yves St. Laurent. Among the given options, Henri Donat Mathieu is the correct answer.

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3.

Jamie Foxx
- A.
  
  Jay Greenspan
- B.
  
  Shawn Carter
- C.
  
  Joseph Levitch
- D.
  
  Eric Bishop
- E.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
D. Eric Bishop

Explanation
Eric Bishop is the birth name of the American actor and singer Jamie Foxx. Foxx adopted the name Jamie Foxx as his stage name to honor the comedian Redd Foxx. Therefore, the correct answer is Eric Bishop, which is Jamie Foxx's real name.

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4.

Marilyn Manson
- A.
  
  Mark Bridges
- B.
  
  Brian Warner
- C.
  
  Leo Jacoby
- D.
  
  Ramon Baker
- E.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
B. Brian Warner

Explanation
Brian Warner is the real name of the American musician and actor Marilyn Manson. Marilyn Manson is known for his controversial stage persona and provocative music. Mark Bridges is a costume designer, Leo Jacoby and Ramon Baker are not associated with Marilyn Manson. Therefore, Brian Warner is the correct answer as it is the real name of Marilyn Manson.

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5.

Elle MacPherson
- A.
  
  Edna Gilhooley
- B.
  
  Cassandra Peterson
- C.
  
  Erica Wright
- D.
  
  Elenor Gow
- E.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
D. Elenor Gow
6.

Whoopie Goldberg
- A.
  
  Laura Jones
- B.
  
  Laura Johnson
- C.
  
  Karen Middleton
- D.
  
  Florencia Johnson
- E.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
E. None of the above

Explanation
She was born Caryn Johnson

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7.

Shania Twain
- A.
  
  Eileen Regina Edwards
- B.
  
  Sheena Orr-Roberts
- C.
  
  Shirley Marie Edwards
- D.
  
  Stephanie Anne Lindley
- E.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
A. Eileen Regina Edwards

Explanation
The given answer, Eileen Regina Edwards, is the birth name of Shania Twain. Shania Twain is a Canadian singer and songwriter who rose to fame in the 1990s with her hit songs like "Man! I Feel Like a Woman!" and "You're Still the One." She is known for her powerful vocals and crossover success in both country and pop music genres.

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8.

Alice Cooper
- A.
  
  Vincent Cook
- B.
  
  Alphonso Norton
- C.
  
  Vick Brown
- D.
  
  Vincent Furnier
- E.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
D. Vincent Furnier

Explanation
The given answer, Vincent Furnier, is the real name of the American rock musician Alice Cooper. Alice Cooper is a stage name used by Vincent Furnier, who is known for his theatrical performances and dark-themed music. Therefore, Vincent Furnier is the correct answer in this case.

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9.

Nicole Richie
- A.
  
  Nicole Michelle Wallace
- B.
  
  Nicole Hensley
- C.
  
  Nicole Camilla Escovedo
- D.
  
  Nicole Traywick-Steiner
- E.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
C. Nicole Camilla Escovedo

Explanation
Nicole Camilla Escovedo is the correct answer because it is the only option that matches the given name "Nicole Richie". The other options are different names and do not match the given name.

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10.

Tina Turner
- A.
  
  Bernice Ladanza
- B.
  
  Annie Mae Bullock
- C.
  
  Myra Ellen Amos
- D.
  
  Pauline Calloway
- E.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
B. Annie Mae Bullock

Explanation
The given answer, Annie Mae Bullock, is the correct answer because it is the birth name of Tina Turner. Tina Turner is a famous American singer, songwriter, and actress. She was born as Annie Mae Bullock and later adopted the stage name Tina Turner.

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