For decades, fans thought they knew everything about Reese Witherspoon — until one small detail left everyone stunned.

During a casual interview with Nicole Kidman, the Legally Blonde star dropped a revelation that sent social media into a frenzy. Her real name isn’t Reese at all. It’s Laura Jeanne Reese Witherspoon. Yes — Laura!

Even Kidman seemed shocked. “Oh! That’s right!” she laughed, after Reese explained that she calls her co-star Laura Dern by her last name to avoid confusion — because they’re both Lauras. “We can’t both be Laura,” Witherspoon joked.

Fans couldn’t believe it. “I feel lied to!” one wrote. Another added, “Wait… her name is Laura?!” Yet most agreed she’ll always be Reese in their hearts.

The actress, who rose to fame as Elle Woods in Legally Blonde, has since built an empire — from her Oscar-winning roles to producing powerful shows like Big Little Lies. Through it all, her charm and authenticity never changed… even if her name did.

Sometimes, the smallest truths remind us — even the people we think we know best still hold a few surprises. 💫