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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lydia Spencer-Elliott

Why Rob McElhenney is filing to legally change his name

  • Actor Rob McElhenney has filed legal documents in Los Angeles to officially change his name to Rob Mac.
  • The It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia creator and star made the decision due to concerns that his original surname is difficult to pronounce in “other regions of the world.”
  • McElhenney's company, More Better Productions, is expanding its investments into South America, where he believes his multi-syllabic name could hinder business negotiations.
  • He had already been using Rob Mac in business dealings for several weeks prior to the official filing.
  • While some relatives supported the change, his wife Kaitlin Olson noted their two sons were unhappy about the decision as they share the original surname.

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