Reese Witherspoon’s reaction to Nicole Kidman forgetting her real name shocks viewers – NBC 7 San Diego

Reese Witherspoon’s Big Little Name Confusion

In a recent video for Vanity Fair, Nicole Kidman revealed a little-known fact about her “Big Little Lies” costar Reese Witherspoon – she doesn’t like it when Witherspoon refers to Laura Dern by her last name. Kidman expressed her confusion over the nickname, stating that she always calls Dern by her first name, and questioned why Witherspoon insists on using her last name.

Witherspoon, in turn, had to gently remind Kidman that her birth name is actually Laura Jean Reese Witherspoon, and she chose to go by her mother’s maiden name when she entered the entertainment industry. The actress explained that the similarity in names between herself and Dern can be confusing for her, hence the use of Dern’s last name.

Despite Kidman’s initial confusion, Witherspoon didn’t have a rebuttal for her friend’s argument, simply stating, “You’re trying to understand something that just makes no sense.” The two actresses, who have shared the screen in multiple projects, including “Big Little Lies,” have a close friendship that extends beyond their on-screen collaborations.

Witherspoon, who has been in the entertainment industry since childhood, reflected on her journey to stardom in a recent Instagram post, expressing gratitude for the ups and downs that led her to where she is today. The actress, who is currently nominated for multiple awards, continues to captivate audiences with her talent and charm.