What Olivia Wilde has said about Stage name change

2 quotes · 1 episode · Jul 13, 2026

Olivia Wilde, Director of Don't Worry Darling, in which Kroll acted, has been quoted on Stage name change 2 times in 1 episode of SmartLess, most recently on July 13, 2026. Each quote below is verbatim and links to the moment it was said.

In their words

  • Wilde argues that growing up with an embarrassing surname builds character and is good for a person.

    “I truly think it's good for you. I think that everyone should be given one really devastating part of their name”

    SmartLess: "Olivia Wilde" (Jul 13, 2026) · Listen from 17:10

  • Wilde says she chose her surname after becoming obsessed with Oscar Wilde through performing The Importance of Being Earnest.

    “And the first play I did that I really loved was The Importance of Being Earnest. And then I read everything that Oscar Wilde wrote and I just became obsessed with him”

    SmartLess: "Olivia Wilde" (Jul 13, 2026) · Listen from 18:34

Episodes

  • "Olivia Wilde"

    SmartLess · Jul 13, 2026 · 1 h 3 min

    Olivia Wilde tells the SmartLess hosts about changing her name, working in a casting office, her acting career, and directing Booksmart and The Invite.

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