Kat Dennings Reveals Real Name on Podcast

Kat Dennings revealed on the March 13 episode of the 'Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce' podcast that she changed her birth name, Katherine Victoria Litwack, at the young age of 9 because she felt it wasn't suitable for her career. She humorously described her early decision-making as having a 'CEO mentality,' believing her original name could not be displayed on a poster. Dennings adopted her last name from Janine Denni, the wife of children's author Lloyd Alexander, who was a close family friend. She also shared that she chose 'Kat' as her first name inspired by Christina Ricci's character from the movie 'Casper,' which she loved as a child. Dennings reflected on her challenging early acting experiences, highlighting a lack of inclusivity in auditions at the time. Her journey showcases a blend of creativity and foresight in navigating her career in Hollywood.