Back to news
He hit his head at birth and made a dent in the name; inside Brianna Ruffalo’s newlywed husband Josh Lucas’ bizarre full name
@Source: indiatimes.com
Josh Lucas Marries Meteorologist Brianna Ruffalo at the Vatican. (Image: Instagram/Joshua Lucas)
Hollywood actor Josh Lucas, best known for Sweet Home Alabama, Yellowstone, and A Beautiful Mind, tied the knot with ABC7 meteorologist Brianna Ruffalo in a dreamy ceremony held inside the Vatican. The couple, who got engaged in June 2024, shared stunning black-and-white photos from their intimate wedding on July 18 via Instagram.Lucas, 54, called it “easily one of the greatest days of my life,” as he and Ruffalo embraced Catholic tradition at one of the most sacred places on Earth. Ruffalo wore a delicate lace-detailed white gown, while Lucas donned a classic black suitAlso Read: What happened to Saudi Arabia’s ‘Sleeping Prince’? Inside the London car crash that left him in a 20-year coma before his deathLive EventsBut beyond the romantic images and heartfelt captions lies a lesser-known detail about the groom, his unforgettable full name.Why is his name so unusual?While fans know him as Josh Lucas, his full name is Joshua Lucas Easy Dent Maurer, and yes, "Easy Dent" is part of his legal middle name. The reason? It’s tied to a rather comical (and slightly painful) story from the day he was born.As Lucas once shared with the Los Angeles Times in 2006, his birth was so fast and smooth that his parents added “Easy” to his name. But during delivery, the doctor reportedly accidentally knocked the newborn’s head against a bedpost, leaving a small dent, hence the second part: “Dent.” The name stuck, and his parents, who led a nontraditional, countercultural lifestyle, chose to make it official.A Career built on versatilityJosh Lucas began his acting journey at 19 after moving to Hollywood. He appeared in popular TV shows like True Colors, Parker Lewis Can’t Lose, and Life Goes On, before landing roles in films such as Alive and Father Hood. His career gained momentum with performances in A Beautiful Mind, Glory Road, and Poseidon. Lucas also took on international projects, including a notable role in Australia’s Snowy River: The McGregor Saga.What is Josh Lucas’s Net worth?According to The Richest, Lucas has amassed a net worth of $16 million through decades in film and television. Beyond acting, he co-founded Filthy Food with friends Marc and Danielle Singer, showing interest in ventures outside Hollywood.(You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel)
Read More News onJosh LucasBrianna RuffaloEasy Dent MaurerSweet Home AlabamaHollywood actornet worthVatican weddingfull nameA Beautiful MindABC7
(Catch all the US News, UK News, Canada News, International Breaking News Events, and Latest News Updates on The Economic Times.) Download The Economic Times News App to get Daily International News Updates....moreless
(You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel)Read More News onJosh LucasBrianna RuffaloEasy Dent MaurerSweet Home AlabamaHollywood actornet worthVatican weddingfull nameA Beautiful MindABC7(Catch all the US News, UK News, Canada News, International Breaking News Events, and Latest News Updates on The Economic Times.) Download The Economic Times News App to get Daily International News Updates....moreless
Explore More Stories123
Related News
28 May, 2025
Paralympic chief challenges Brisbane 203 . . .
11 Jul, 2025
The American Community with a 25-Year Wa . . .
17 Mar, 2025
Insiders spill on Harry, Meghan marriage . . .
22 Apr, 2025
Sarah Paulson finds buyer for $2 million . . .
27 Jul, 2025
Haiti sends troops to Mexico for trainin . . .
26 Mar, 2025
Super Falcons star Gift Monday seals mov . . .
21 Jul, 2025
Netflix sets 'Love Is Blind,' 'Selling S . . .
23 Jun, 2025
‘Making history’: NFL’s big plans for Au . . .