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Pamela Anderson Rejects Name Change
12 Jan
Summary
- Pamela Anderson will not change her last name to Hyytiäinen.
- She considered adopting her grandfather's Finnish surname.
- Anderson had a successful 2025 year with acclaimed roles.
Pamela Anderson will continue to use her surname, Anderson, it was confirmed on the red carpet of the 2026 Golden Globes.
In a December interview with Vogue Scandinavia, the 58-year-old actress revealed she had contemplated changing her name to Hyytiäinen, after her Finnish grandfather. She expressed a desire to adopt the exotic-sounding surname, but stated that official processes prevented it.
Despite the earlier consideration, Anderson clarified her stance to Entertainment Tonight, affirming, "For now it's Anderson." The Golden Globe nominee from last year, recognized for her role in 'The Last Showgirl,' has embraced a new phase of control over her career and image, as previously shared with PEOPLE magazine.
