Someone whose work you have always admired, and you have always wanted to meet...
and there are a lot of other people around who feel the same way about this person, but don't realize that he's standing right there, what would you do?
Just say hi, let him go on his way without being bothered?
Acknowledge quietly that you know who he is? (if that's possible)
Bust him in front everyone?
(This really happened to me recently, and everyone is telling me that I did the wrong thing. I don't want to reveal what I did until I hear what others might have done in my shoes. Not that I agree with everyone who is telling me that, because I stand by my actions. I'm just curious.)
And again, it doesn't matter who this person is. It's anyone who fits that description to you.
2006-07-17 18:25:58 · 41 answers · asked by meathead76 6 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Celebrities
that's fine, Nicole. That kid from Grace Under Fire, right?
But what would you do?
2006-07-17 18:31:47 · update #1
chaosman1 nailed it.
Almost. He spoke first, so I replied, but did not bust him. I thought he just wanted to go about his business, so I kept my mouth shut.
The "I'm not worthy" bit was about a split second away, though...
2006-07-17 18:39:41 · update #2
If I ran into a celebrity that I really admired and they initiated a conversation with me I wouldn't freak out but I would answer with something along the same lines of what you said but follow it up with, "Are you [insert person]?"
Even if I was well aware that it was the person I thought it was, it's an easy way to strike up further conversation without freaking out or drawing attention. Then you get a chance to ask them something more or to tell them how much you really admire their work. Doing this would pretty much ensure that you don't have future regrets about something you should have said. What if you never see them again?
Anyways I think you handled it pretty well considering everything that was going on.
Of course if it was someone like Paul McCartney I would just FAINT!!
2006-07-19 00:48:58 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 1⤋
Honestly? I would smile and very calmly say hello.. and while in soft confrontation ask for their autograph.. I use to work at a Country Club and I got to see a LOT of the entertainers as well as athletes.. and most of them don't mind the autographs or even engaging in a person to person conversation.. what they don't really care for is someone suddenly screaming out who they are... I have been told its frustrating even though they don't mind its just some times they end up getting hurt or someone around them because some people don't understand they are people too...
I've talked to Mr.R.(keeping his name to myself) on numerous occasions and he was always thankful to me I never caused a scene... Its already hard enough with the camera hounding
2006-07-17 18:37:34 · answer #2 · answered by Zinnina 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well, if this person wasnt recognized yet, I would probably acknowledge quietly that i knew who he was if possible...I think that would be the best decision and wise thing to do in this situation because if I admired the person i would want the person to know that I am a fan so I wouldnt want to let him go on his way and I wouldnt want to bust him in front of everyone
2006-07-17 18:30:30 · answer #3 · answered by serendipity 2 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Living in NY the majority of my life I have been in this exact situation. I've come across Gregory Hines, Lauren Bacall and several sport personalities. I wanted so badly to blow up their spot but at the same time in that split moment I realized that they are people just like us and they need their privacy like anyone else. Trust me I wanted to scream at times but these folks have to get stalked by paparazzi. We as fans should respect their craft and their privacy
2006-07-17 18:30:58 · answer #4 · answered by bklyngirl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would matter where I was. If it was a private party I would acknowledge the person and introduce myself. If it was a public event or restaurant, I would not bother them. But living in Los Angeles, this happens a lot, so I try to respect their privacy.
2006-07-17 18:31:04 · answer #5 · answered by okarol 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would do none of these things as I would not want to draw any unwanted attention to this person. If I truly admire this person and they are simply trying to go about their business (its obvious they are not seeking attention at that moment) then my course of action is clear. TAKE NO ACTION. Simply feel happy in the knowledge that I was in the presence of this person whom I admire and continue on with my life so that they may continue on with theirs.
2006-07-17 18:29:24 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Jesse McCartney, Dylan Sprouse, Alyson Stoner, Jake Smith, the dude wo plays shark boy in the adentures of shark boy and lava girl!
2006-07-17 18:28:05 · answer #7 · answered by Saraa Bee (: 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are truly a great admirer of a person and you get an unlikely chance to talk to him then you should seize it. Try not to create a scene which would inconvenience or annoy him. If its unavoidable I would say do it anyway. That's the price of fame.
2006-07-17 18:30:00 · answer #8 · answered by martin h 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Acknowledge quietly that you know who he is? Introduce yourself and just say how much you admire them. They enjoy a friendly complement and you get to talk to them. Can't wait to hear what you did.
2006-07-17 18:30:31 · answer #9 · answered by AMY 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
living in L.A I've seen a lot of celebrities... I don't like getting near them though. They hear the same thing over and over each day they're on the street.. ... But i do want to meet oprah :D
2006-07-17 18:28:23 · answer #10 · answered by Ginger B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋