About Autographs and Bumping into Celebrities
Meeting a star usually has different effects on people. Some might get so excited and flustered and jump up and down with giddiness. Others might suddenly panic and go berserk by running into a corner and hide. Yet there are some who will have the courage to approach the celebrity and ask for a photograph and an autograph, especially those who are fond of collecting superstars’ memorabilia.
Getting a famous personality’s signature is not easy. But there are many options on how you can get one. The first one is through mail. You can send a written letter or an e-mail to their address, which you can find on the Internet. There are many sites that post the online contacts of a star for a fee, when in fact you can get it for free, so be careful in selecting the website. In your note, make sure to be polite, concise, respectful, and personable. Introduce yourself and state the reasons why you admire the celebrity. You might like to cite your favourite among her works, and your reasons for liking the person herself. If you will be sending it through postal mail, include a picture or item that she can sign. Another method is to buy autographed stuff from online auction sites and other dealers. This can be the easiest way, but you will miss out on the excitement of receiving something directly from the celebrity.
Which leads you to your third choice – getting the signature from the star herself during unexpected spottings or events. You can approach your idol and ask her nicely if you can have her autograph, but do not insist if she refuses to do so. Also remember not to invade her privacy and to be respectful and tactful.