In a world where celebrity name changes are becoming as common as avocado toast, Rob McElhenney is taking the trend to hilarious new heights. The “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” star has decided to simplify his notoriously tricky last name, and we’re here for the comedic journey.

The Name Game

McElhenney isn’t just changing his name on a whim. He’s got a whole comedy routine backing up his decision. “The amount of time I’ve wasted getting people to spell McElhenney correctly is literally days of my life,” he quipped in a recent video. Talk about a relatable millennial struggle!

Family Roots and Bureaucratic Blunders

Here’s the kicker: the name isn’t even a true family heirloom. Turns out, a random government official just decided on the spelling generations ago. His great-great-grandmother was rocking a completely different surname, Bridget McIllhenny. Family history, meet bureaucratic randomness.

Rob Mac: The Rebrand

From now on, he’s going by Rob Mac - a stage name that’s easier on everyone’s tongues. “Times have changed, and most people already call me Rob Mac anyway,” he explained. With his global business expanding and pronunciation challenges mounting, this name change is a strategic mic drop.

So, Bay Area friends, get ready to embrace Rob Mac - the actor, entrepreneur, and now, name-change trendsetter.