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Ever wondered if Mia Khalifa and Wiz Khalifa are somehow related? The shared surname might spark curiosity, but no, the former adult star and the famous rapper aren’t family.
Though it would be interesting if they were, neither of them uses their birth name for their public personas. Both simply chose “Khalifa,” which carries significant meaning in Arabic—successor, leader, or ruler, as well as wisdom.
This week, Mia surprised her fans by revealing her real name, Sarah Joe Chamoun, in her Instagram bio, even though she has removed it again. However, she kept her username unchanged, which left many followers feeling confused.
Reactions to the update ranged from disbelief to introspection, with some fans admitting they had no idea Mia wasn’t her real name. It’s a reminder that social media personas often don’t show the full picture.
Now that the mystery of her real name is out, how did Mia Khalifa come up with her stage name? When she entered the adult industry in 2014, she adopted a pseudonym like many do. She combined her dog’s name, Mia, with the last part of Wiz Khalifa’s stage name.
Though Mia quickly became one of the most recognized stars in the adult entertainment industry, her financial success didn’t reflect her fame. She claims to have only earned $12,000 during her time in the industry and saw no additional earnings afterward.
Leaving the industry was challenging, but Mia finds some solace in being able to use her real name on her resume. However, she acknowledges that her past continues to follow her, making future career opportunities a tough hurdle to overcome.
