The Surprising Real Names of 15 Celebrities
Helen Mirren
Who knew that Dame Helen Lydia Mirren has some Russian in her blood? Interestingly, her real name is actually Ilyena Lydia Vasilievna Mironov. She eventually became known as Helen Lydia Mironoff since she grew up in England. Her name is quite a lengthy tongue twister in itself, so it’s no wonder she decided to stick to her English name. It’s a lot easier to say and remember for fans.
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