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Jerry O'Connell Reveals Birth Name, Daughters' Vaping Concerns

5/10/2026

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On May 9 2026, Jerry O'Connell revealed birth name Michael Jeremiah Witkowski O'Connell on Live with Kelly and Mark.
His mother Linda O'Connell said “Jeremiah” honors his grandfather and their favorite cousin is Jerry DeScipio.
O'Connell told Kelly Ripa his 16-year-old daughters are beginning to party and vape, which he finds hard to stop.
He quit smoking after an ultimatum from his wife Rebecca Romijn and has stayed smoke-free for about 14 years.

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On May 9 2026, Jerry O'Connell revealed birth name Michael Jeremiah Witkowski O'Connell on Live with Kelly and Mark.
His mother Linda O'Connell said “Jeremiah” honors his grandfather and their favorite cousin is Jerry DeScipio.
O'Connell told Kelly Ripa his 16-year-old daughters are beginning to party and vape, which he finds hard to stop.
He quit smoking after an ultimatum from his wife Rebecca Romijn and has stayed smoke-free for about 14 years.