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1. This celebrity sings like a - well, he sings - and gives his songs a lot of heart. He's also a painter, and uses a different name that reveals his Italian ancestry when he signs his paintings. His 'singing name' means 'blessed'. By the way, his painting name is his real name. Who is he?
2. This star's name means 'enclosure or settlement'. His life's been anything but. He's done Broadway and movies and most of his leading ladies. He's lived in a dream world because of his addictions. Who is he?
3. This 'celebrity' politician hopes the meaning of his name remains a deep, dark {secret;} I just may tip off the press, 'cause he's not one of my favorites. The meaning: 'gruesomeness in vivid detail'. OK, what's his name?
4. Shall we talk about this British actress' accomplishments? They are prodigious. As is the meaning of her name: 'the man who lived by the area of wet ground that was covered by bushy growth.' Wow! Any ideas?
5. This funny man's name comes from the English place name for 'farm.' His appearance in an early TV series set a first, and he's made several movies. What's his name?
6. This guy's name is Germanic in origin, and means 'gift of the brave or hardy', and also can be traced to Old French, meaning, 'chubby-cheeked.' Cute, huh? Not really. He's been caught with his pants down, so to speak, and has been fodder for the tabloids. Just goes to show ya...what's in a name?
7. Boy, you better not monkey around with this actress whose name comes from the English for 'tall, big {person;'} she'll put you right in your place. Once considered just a pretty face, she's developed into quite a good, and award winnning, dramatic actress. Who is she?
8. This guy's got it all, he's top of the list in looks, talent, income, popularity. His name is Arabic in origin, and means, 'twin', tho I'm sure he'd prefer the French root, 'bold and fierce.' He's had one mega hit after another. Who is he?
9. This funny female half of a famous comedy team, whose name is Scottish and means 'fair or handsome', was originally trained as a dancer. Adored by fans, her TV series is considered a classic. Who is she?
10. This actress' name comes from Old English and means, 'one who lives on the road to the hill.' Her breakthrough role was in a 1967 gangster movie. Can you name the actress?
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