Chris Pratt Doesn’t Like Being Called Chris: ‘It’s Not My Name’

Chris Pratt is far from the only one “Chris” from Hollywood. Actor shares his name with celebrities like Chris Hemsworth, Chris Evans, Chris Pine between others. However, he doesn’t like being called by his first name at all and has even said that “that’s not his name.”

In an interview with SiriusXMinterpreter of Peter Quill at the MCU and star of Jurassic World revealed that the people closest to him do not call him Chris. “What do they call you?” asked the presenter. Pop Culture Spotlight With Jessica Shaw. “In Pratt?.”

Actor replied: “Yes. Pratt. CP You know, CP. ‘Hey, CP.’ But nobody calls me Chris. We went golfing with my friend, chadmy pastor, the other day and he was like, ‘nobody calls you Chris? I will call you Chris. OK, Chris.’ And I was like, ‘No, that sounds weird. It’s not my name. don’t call me Chris‘.”

Although I don’t like it, Chris is the actor’s real name, who was born Christopher Michael Pratt. Astro became known mainly for his roles in Parks and Recreation (2009), Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) and Jurassic World (2015). Now, it will also be the voice of the mario in the new Nintendo character movie.

Chris Pratt won’t have an offensive Italian accent in the Super Mario movie

The Italian accent of Chris Pratt in the animated movie of super Marioa video game franchise created by Nintendowill not be offensive, said the producer Chris Meledandriaccording to information from the deadline.

It is worth remembering how the escalation of Pratt as mario and Charlie Day as Luigi was heavily criticized by fans when announced, because none of the actors are Italian – or are of European descent. Nonetheless, Meledandri always tried to get around these concerns and say how the result will please.

“We collaborate with Chris and his experienced team to create not just a character-licensed movie, but a new piece of entertainment that brings gaming to life. Super Mario Bros,” said the executive during the convention CineEuropewhich takes place in Barcelona.

“When people hear the performance of Chris Prattcriticism disappears, perhaps not entirely – people love expressing opinions, as they should,” continued Chris Meledandri. “I’m not sure this is the smartest defense, but as a person with an Italian-American heritage, I feel I can make this decision without worrying about offending Italians or Italian-Americans… just rest assured.”