Born on May 29, 1989, Keough was on the cover of People only a few weeks later.
The caption announces the baby as “Danielle,” which is the actor’s actual first name.
Riley is her middle name.
“She didn’t really put attention on it.
We’d get photographed doing stuff, but I didn’t see a tabloid until I was 15.”
During these years, whenever Keough was mentioned she was referred to as Danielle, her given name.
Once she embarked on an acting career, however, she contemplated a name change.
She intended to pursue acting as an adult even though she felt a little intimidated.
I was a little bit afraid to fail."
As she sought out roles, Keough stuck with her father’s lesser-known name instead of using Presley.
Even so, it was well known that she was related to an iconic rock ‘n roll dynasty.
I walked into agencies, met with agents," she acknowledged toThe Guardian.
Despite her musical heritage, Keough played the sister of one of “The Runaway’s” bandmates.
Don’t just dip your toes into things,'" the actor informedInStylein 2021.
Despite her famous family, Keough has impressed journalists and directors with her down-to-earth demeanor.
She’s willing to keep trying, and has been candid about all the roles she hasn’t landed.
“I don’t care if I fail,” Keough shared withThe New York Times.
“I have this attitude of, ‘Well, then I’ll just do better.'”
“I remember how safe it felt to be in your arms,” wrote Keogh, perET.
“I remember that feeling as a child and I remember it two weeks ago on your couch.”
