Michael Keaton to Reclaim Birth Name in Future Projects

The actor, originally named Michael Douglas, will adopt the hybrid name Michael Keaton Douglas moving forward.

Keaton couldn't use his birth name due to Screen Actors Guild rules against duplicate names.
He chose 'Keaton' from a phone book when starting his career in the 1970s.
Keaton plans to use the name Michael Keaton Douglas in upcoming films.
Fans have reacted with humor to the name change, referencing his roles as Batman and Beetlejuice.
Keaton's legacy includes iconic roles in Batman, Beetlejuice, and Birdman.