Scarlett Johansson Reveals Her Immediate Dislike of the Nickname ‘ScarJo’
Scarlett Johansson has a strong reaction when addressed as “ScarJo,” a moniker she clearly prefers others avoid.The actress recently shared this sentiment while discussing a particularly endearing nickname she bestowed upon a co-star decades ago.
During a conversation with Jenna Bush Hager, Johansson revealed her aversion to the shortened name, contrasting it with the affectionate term she used for Robert Redford on the set of The Horse Whisperer when she was 12 years old: “Booey.” Johansson starred in the book-to-screen adaptation alongside Redford, who also directed the film, adn felt agreeable enough to develop the playful nickname. This anecdote highlights a clear distinction in Johansson’s mind – a personal, affectionately-given nickname is acceptable, but a widely-used shortening of her name is not.
The revelation comes during a busy year for Johansson, who recently made her directorial debut with Eleanor the Great, starring June Squibb, and has several projects slated for release on the 2026 movie calendar. While navigating a flourishing career, Johansson’s preference regarding her name remains firm: simply, Scarlett.
