Scarlett Johansson Opens Up About Son's Name on 'Today with Jenna & Friends
Scarlett Johansson recently made an appearance on the show "Today with Jenna & Friends" and discussed the reactions of her mom and mother-in-law to her son's name, Cosmo. The actor, who has a 4-year-old son named Cosmo with husband Colin Jost, shared that her mom loved the name, while her mother-in-law was not as enthusiastic about it. Johansson revealed that she kept the name a secret initially to avoid any negative reactions from others.
During her guest co-hosting stint on the show, Johansson mentioned that her mom was thrilled with the name Cosmo, as it held a special meaning for her. However, her mother-in-law was not as keen on the choice of name. Johansson recalled her mother-in-law suggesting a different spelling for the name, but she and Jost stuck with their original choice. The actor emphasized that people should refrain from commenting on names unless they genuinely like them, as it doesn't impact their lives.
The conversation on the show prompted host Bush Hager to share a similar experience involving her mom, Laura Bush, suggesting a change in the spelling of her daughter's name due to pronunciation issues in Texas. Johansson's story highlighted the importance of respecting parents' choices when it comes to naming their children. The actor's candid discussion shed light on the personal significance of names and the impact of others' opinions on parents' decisions.