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Reese Witherspoon Reveals Her Given Name Is Laura Jeanne in Playful LADbible Chat

Aniston, a friend of more than two decades, was surprised to learn the actress has used Reese, a family name, since early on.

Overview

  • The disclosure surfaced during a LADbible quiz after Jennifer Aniston guessed Witherspoon’s middle name incorrectly.
  • Aniston reacted with, “Who the hell is Laura?” and joked she would start calling her “Laura Jeanne.”
  • Witherspoon explained that Reese is another of her given names, derived from her mother’s birth name.
  • The interview comes as the pair promote the fourth season of The Morning Show, in which they co-star.
  • Witherspoon also referenced past on‑set confusion on Big Little Lies, saying she called Laura Dern “Dern,” a choice Nicole Kidman questioned.