Stage name change

Subject in Society & Culture

Stage name change has come up in 1 episode across 1 podcast in TMT, including SmartLess. 1 person has made recorded remarks about it.

What people said

Olivia WildeDirector of Don't Worry Darling, in which Kroll acted

  • 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

  • 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

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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.