Michael Keaton to Reintroduce Birth Name in Stage Name Change
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Michael Keaton to Reintroduce Birth Name in Stage Name Change

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  • Michael Keaton has told People that he plans to use his birth name, Michael Keaton Douglas, professionally.

    • Keaton adopted 'Keaton' decades ago, as the Screen Actors Guild disallows duplicate names.

    • The guild already had a registered Michael Douglas and talk show host Mike Douglas.

    • The 72-year-old actor will start using Michael Keaton Douglas in future projects.

    • He aimed to use the new name in his directorial debut 'Knox Goes Away' (2023) but couldn't due to time constraints.

    • He will still be credited as Michael Keaton in the 'Beetlejuice' sequel.

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Tim Burton Honored With Hollywood Walk of Fame Star

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Tim Burton Honored With Hollywood Walk of Fame Star

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  • Tim Burton received his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on September 3.

    • The ceremony took place at 6600 Hollywood Boulevard, outside Hollywood Toys & Costumes.

    • Burton’s new film, 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice', premiered at the Venice International Film Festival in late August.

    • Actors Winona Ryder and Michael Keaton were at the ceremony and praised Burton's unique filmmaking style. 

    • Winona Ryder emphasized Burton's ability to represent outcasts and the misunderstood.

    • Burton emotionally appreciated the star's location, which he often visited as a child.

    • Burton's iconic works include 'Edward Scissorhands,' 'Batman' and 'Corpse Bride'.

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