Sunday, September 13, 2026

Look Where NJ Lands: THAT'S The Problem!

The REAL Names Of Those Solo-Named 'Stars'

What is it that makes some celebrities insist on being identified by only one name -- no first and last name, just one moniker?

Of course, there's a desire to stand out. That must have been the motivation in the case of the solo branded "stars" of another era -- people like Liberace, Hildegarde, Cantinflas, Capucine, Topol and more recently, Cher and Madonna. 

But now the whole one name trend seems to have gotten totally out of hand. Where it used to be the exception, it now seems to be emerging as the norm. And, of course, that defeats the whole purpose because it means that there's nothing exceptional about it anymore.

Which may be fine and, in fact, lead to the end of this nonsense, to which we say "Hooray!" as this is a trend we don't like -- one that's already become tiresome.

And we're gonna blow the cover on the whole thing. So, get ready Zendaya and Pink (see photo) because here are the real names of the whole damned bunch of ya:

  • Beyoncé: Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter
  • Cher: Cherilyn Sarkisian
  • Bono: Paul David Hewson
  • Drake: Aubrey Drake Graham
  • Rihanna: Robyn Rihanna Fenty
  • Sting: Gordon Matthew Thomas Sumner
  • Madonna: Madonna Louise Ciccone
  • Pink: Alecia Beth Moore
  • Beck: Bek David Campbell
  • Shakira: Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll
  • Enya: Eithne Pádraigín Ní Bhraonáin (Nicky Ryan)
  • Adewale / Awkwafina: Nora Lum
  • Common: Lonnie Rashid Lynn Jr.
  • Zendaya: Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman
  • RuPaul: RuPaul Andre Charles
  • Iman: Zara Mohamed Abdulmajid
  • Sinbad: David Adkins
  • Flea: Michael Peter Balzary
  • Elvira: Cassandra Peterson
  • Fabio: Fabio Lanzoni
  • Zendaya: Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman
  • RuPaul: RuPaul Andre Charles
  • Iman: Zara Mohamed Abdulmajid
  • Sinbad: David Adkins
  • Flea: Michael Peter Balzary
  • Elvira: Cassandra Peterson
  • Fabio: Fabio Lanzoni
  • Usher: Usher Raymond IV
  • Bon Jovi: John Francis Bongiovi Jr.
  • A Fine Leader's Greatest Moment . . .

    Cherry Hill Mall's Big Anniversary Celebration, 10/10!

    October 10th: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

    WOW! Celebrating 65 years of Cherry Hill Mall — and you’re invited to the party! Join in for an afternoon filled with music, giveaways, photos, shopping and plenty of fun as the celebrates 65 years of memories and everything that’s new at Cherry Hill Mall.


    The festivities kick off at 12 noon with a special anniversary proclamation presentation.


    Here’s what’s happening:

    • Live DJ & Music – Enjoy music, entertainment and giveaways throughout the celebration.
    • Spin to Win – Stop by the Center for Family Services prize wheel for a chance to win $65 retailer gift cards, anniversary tote bags and other prizes!
    • FREE Custom Embroidery Bar – Win an anniversary tote and make it your own with complimentary embroidery! Guests can choose from special anniversary designs or select a design of their own. You can also purchase an item from a Cherry Hill Mall retailer and bring it to the embroidery station to have it customized for FREE.
    • Strike a Pose – Snap a photo at the larger-than-life “65” balloon display and meet celebrity icons from the decades, including Elvis, Marilyn Monroe, Cher and Diana Ross.
    • Family Fun – Enjoy a face painter, a caricature artist, and a balloon twister

    • Share Your Cherry Hill Mall Memory – Add your story to the mall's anniversary memory banner. First visits, first jobs, first dates, Santa photos, back-to-school shopping and favorite stores — we want to hear what Cherry Hill Mall means to you!
    • Plus More Surprises – Look for special offers and participation from Cherry Hill Mall retailers throughout the celebration.