Kat Dennings' real name is Katherine Victoria Litwack

Kat Dennings, known for her role in "Shifting Gears," revealed her real name is Katherine Victoria Litwack. She chose her stage name at age 9, believing her birth name would not look good on posters. In a podcast episode on March 13, 2025, Dennings explained she was inspired by Christina Ricci's character in "Casper" and the surname of a family friend. She felt her real name was unsuitable for her acting career. Dennings previously expressed discomfort with her birth name but has since become indifferent about it. She emphasized her desire for a name that would better represent her in the entertainment industry.