Chris Pratt shares the unexpected name he almost used to launch his Hollywood career Chris Pratt revealed he seriously considered adopting the stage name ‘Christo’ when he first started his acting career. This name originated from a nickname given to him by coworkers at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. when his name tag had the end rubbed off. He was discovered by Rae Dawn Chong while working at this restaurant, leading to his first credited acting role and his move to Los Angeles.

• 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.