Overview

• Joey Lawrence, whose legal name is Joseph Lawrence Mignogna, revealed that he adopted his middle name as a stage name due to industry pressures in the 1980s.
• His brothers, Matthew and Andrew, followed suit when they entered show business, creating a unified family brand under the 'Lawrence' name.
• The brothers expressed regret over the name change, citing difficulties with international travel and government recognition due to having dual identities.
• They acknowledged that cultural attitudes toward unique and ethnic names have shifted, and they likely would have retained their original surname, Mignogna, if starting their careers today.
• Despite the challenges, the brothers continue to collaborate on creative projects, including their 'Brotherly Love Podcast,' launched in 2023.