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Kirsten Dunst says she ‘doesn’t blame people’ for saying her name wrong

Kirsten Dunst Asked “Inappropriate” Question By Male Director.
  • Actor Kirsten Dunst clarified the correct pronunciation of her first name as “Keer-sten”, noting it is frequently mispronounced.
  • Despite the common errors, Dunst expressed indifference to her name being mispronounced, stating she has “given up” and “doesn't care”.
  • She recalled past experiences of pressure to change her appearance, including a Spider-Man producer attempting to straighten her teeth and studio disapproval of her “goth” look at a film premiere.
  • Dunst confirmed several upcoming projects, including a mermaid fantasy film and another collaboration with director Sofia Coppola.
  • Her next film, Roofman, is scheduled for release in the UK on October 3.
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