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_Published 2014-06-18. On ‘Late Night,’ Robert Pattinson revealed he used to want to be a rapper. It’s hard to believe, but yes, the quiet guy from ‘Twilight’ even had a rapper name. You won’t believe what it was._


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## Transcript

For your Late Night Highlight, Robert Pattinson was given the name R Pattz, he didn't choose it. But he revealed to Seth Meyers another name of his. And he gave this one to himself. When you were younger you wanted to be a rapper? Yeah, 100 %. 100 %. [ LAUGH ] My rapper name's Big, Big Tub. Was that you rap name? That was my rap name. Big Tub. Yeah. Were, did you pick last? [ LAUGH ] Yes, Big tub. It's funny now though Rob said he picked the name because he felt self conscious about his weight as a child. Aw, Rob, you're Edward, you're beautiful just the as you are. Really beautiful according to your legions of fans.

And, of course, Rob is not a rapper but an actor. His latest movie The Rover is getting solid reviews. It co- stars Guy Pearce and hits theaters this month. Though Rob did reveal just a few more career aspirations, on Good Morning America this week. You said you would like to have a career, like Guy. What did you mean by that? Yes. What did you mean by that? Yes, I assumed I had side career, as a man stripper. Maybe Rob can snag a part in the Magic Mike sequel. Best of both worlds. Thanks for watching, I'm Cliff Judy.

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