These Celebrities Don't Actually Use Their Real Names

Halsey

Pop singer Halsey has never gone by her real name, Ashley Frangipane, professionally. Halsey is an anagram of her first name and was inspired by a street in Brooklyn. A friend of hers lived on Halsey Street, where she'd spend several weekends away from her Jersey hometown.

Spike Lee

Director Spike Lee was born Shelton Lee, a much less impressive-sounding name. His mother nicknamed him Spike when he was a child because, as he says, he was a "tough baby." It carried over into Hollywood well.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.