If it weren't for the fame, adoration and admiration of their fans, celebrities wouldn't stay at the pinnacle of their careers for long. Some welcome the attention of their admirers, while others prefer to keep their privacy when they are not working, and this must be respected. Either way, when you meet a famous person, it's hard to resist the temptation to talk to her, even just to ask her for an autograph. Behave politely, and the interaction will be enjoyable for both her and you.
Steps
Step 1. Find the right time to get close to her
You don't like being annoyed by a stranger when you're in the middle of an important conversation, do you? Try to wait until she is free or stops talking on the phone.
Step 2. Approach her politely
Smile and introduce yourself kindly.
Step 3. Give her a compliment right away
Don't overdo it or flatter it, or you'll look fake. Be specific. For example, tell her that you think she was great playing a certain role or that you appreciated what she did for a certain charity. Don't give her generic compliments, like “I'm your biggest fan,” and don't criticize her.
Step 4. If you have something in common and it is obvious and demonstrable, tell them
Basing an interaction on your similarities is ideal for getting someone interested and engaging them in a conversation.
Step 5. Tell her what you want
If you just want to chat and savor this moment, that's no problem. If you want an autograph or photograph with her, ask her immediately and politely. Prepare by making sure you have a pen and paper on hand before approaching. If he responds positively, give it to you. Do you want to take a photo? Get your camera ready. In any case, never approach her by assaulting her with your notebook or camera.
Step 6. Watch her body language
It can let you know how he feels when the interaction occurs. If he seems to be in a hurry, keep walking while you talk or look at the clock, don't dwell on it, as he may have other things to do. If she seems upset about something, this is not a good time to talk to her.
Step 7. Have a chat with her if you seem to like her, but remember that maybe she's just trying to be polite
Don't drag the conversation long.
Step 8. Don't get excited
For some celebrities, compliments are never enough: they love their fans to worship them. In general, however, showing too much enthusiasm could embarrass or scare her.
Step 9. Be a good listener
If he actually gets carried away by the conversation, pay attention to what he says to you. Do not interrupt her, carry on the dialogue following a logical thread and asking her sensible questions.
Step 10. Try to talk only about his public life
Unless you tell yourself private anecdotes, it is usually best to avoid conversations about her family or other intimate facts, otherwise you will upset her.
Step 11. Be discreet
Don't get close to a celebrity if they have been recognized by other people. While meeting a fan is tolerable, dealing with an invasion of 10-15 people is not.
Step 12. Take pictures discreetly
If you have a camera close at hand, take one from a distance or ask her if you can quickly take a picture with her. In any case, if she seems to be in a hurry or has disguised herself so as not to be recognized, it would be much better to take it from a distance, because you shouldn't attract unwanted attention. Don't take a picture of yourself with her without first asking her permission. Instead, if she's being friendly, you might ask her if you can have one together.
Step 13. Close the conversation politely
Make sure you thank her for taking the time, autograph or photo, and say, "It was nice meeting you."
Step 14. Accept the rejection
You can absolutely discreetly ask for an autograph or a photo, but don't be angry if he says no. Should he decline the request, do not insist. You have the right to preserve your personal space. Don't be pushy.
Step 15. Try to address her using her stage name
Don't call her by a nickname, which is too familiar! Besides, you don't know each other. Don't scream when trying to get his attention, unless it's a fan gathering - at that point that would be normal.
Advice
- Some celebrities are really cute and nice, and they will hug you without a problem if you want to. Just try not to look creepy.
- You could turn to her and ask her "Sorry if I'm bothering you, do you have a minute to sign an autograph?"
- Celebrities not only need privacy, they usually have little free time, and therefore have the right to experience it to the fullest. In addition, they are generally full of appointments. If you meet one, you will surely be in a hurry.
- Most celebrities prefer a polite "Hi, if you have a minute, I'd like you to sign me an autograph." It's an honest approach, and probably even the most cranky famous person there is will quickly sign one to you.
- If you have a good sense of humor by nature and can show it off during a date with a celebrity, he or she will likely appreciate it. Everyone needs to have a laugh at least once a day.
- If this celebrity has a stage name and you know the real one, don't use it, prefer the one she uses for business purposes. Let's take professional wrestlers as an example, with whom such a situation often occurs. If you run into The Undertaker, you wouldn't call him “Mark”, you'd use “Taker”. You can make an exception if you meet him dressed normally, not in costume. Shawn Michaels offers an example of this (real name is Michael Hickenbottom). What she wears in real life could be very similar to what she wears to appear on TV, so the disguise rule doesn't apply in this case.
- An undercover celebrity doesn't want to be bothered. And you should respect it. If you approach someone who does not want to be recognized, try not to attract attention and do not shout.
- On the other hand, if he's promoting something, approach it without a problem. For example, if it's a musician, buy their CD right away (even if you already have it): they'll probably be more than willing to sign the cover and / or the record itself.
- You don't necessarily have to ask for an autograph. The best conversations you have with a celebrity may be the ones in which you expect nothing in return. Talk about your surroundings, breaking news, or other topics that might be of interest to you.
- Another tip regarding professional wrestlers: those who play disreputable characters often show this facade even outside the ring and on television. They can make an exception when attending charity events or visiting troops stationed in other countries, otherwise don't expect a Randy Orton to sign you an autograph. If you ask him, he will look at you from top to bottom as if you don't count for anything, this to maintain his image.
Warnings
- Celebrities are not talent scouts, so don't try to use them as a tool to seek fame. Many will consider this an intrusion and probably won't even want to chat with you. Similarly, don't talk about the great talent of your friend or relative, no matter how good they are at what they do.
- Try not to approach celebrities who are apparently caught in a deep conversation or on an intimate date with their partner.
- Try not to talk about her career, popularity or beauty by using past tense verbs. It would be offensive to anyone.
- Celebrities are usually afraid to look people they meet in the eye because they don't want to talk to anyone who recognizes them. Put yourself in their shoes - wouldn't it be annoying to have to chat with everyone wherever you go?
- Expect irrational behavior or eccentricity.
