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David Tennant Legally Becomes Tennant After 14 Years
9 Jan
Summary
- Actor David Tennant legally changed his surname to match his stage name.
- The name change was inspired by Neil Tennant of the Pet Shop Boys.
- Tennant and his wife Georgia Moffett changed their surnames on New Year's Day.
Scottish actor David Tennant, renowned for his roles in "Doctor Who," "Broadchurch," and "Good Omens," has legally changed his surname. Originally David John McDonald, he adopted the name Tennant early in his career due to a union restriction. This change now formally recognizes his well-known stage name.
The actor's inspiration for the surname Tennant reportedly stemmed from an interview with Neil Tennant of the synth-pop band Pet Shop Boys in "Smash Hits" magazine. This decision aligns with his and wife Georgia Moffett's fourteenth wedding anniversary, as they both updated their surnames on New Year's Day for their company, Sandyboy Ltd.
Tennant and Moffett, who met on the set of "Doctor Who," have been married since New Year's Eve in 2011. Georgia Moffett also updated her marital title, changing from Ms. to Mrs. The couple shares five children and continues to be prominent figures in both television and theatre.
