entertainment
January 26, 2026
Chris Pratt shares the unexpected name he almost used to launch his Hollywood career
Steve Doocy catches up with Hollywood actor Chris Pratt in Los Angeles to talk movies, family and faith.
TL;DR
- Chris Pratt almost used the stage name 'Christo' early in his career.
- The nickname 'Christo' came from his time working at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., where his name tag read 'Christo' after 'Christopher' wore off.
- Pratt was discovered by Rae Dawn Chong at the restaurant and cast in a horror-comedy short film.
- His full name is Christopher Michael Pratt, but those close to him call him 'Pratt' or 'CP' and he dislikes being called 'Chris'.
- He is known internationally as Chris Pratt and is part of the 'Hollywood Chrises' group with Hemsworth, Evans, and Pine.