You are going to rub elbows with your favorite celebrity at a meet-and- greet but you don't want to be seen as a fan.Maintaining appropriate body language, controlling your emotions, and following the proper photo and gift protocol are some of the things you will need to do at a meet and greet.You can make a good impression on the celebrity if you have enough luck.
Step 1: Don't touch the celebrity.
Don't grab or touch the celebrity in your excitement to meet them.Unless they seem open to touching, don't grab the celebrity's hand or touch them in any way.You should respect the celebrity's personal space if you approach them as someone you just met.
Step 2: You should be respectful of the celebrity's personal space.
Don't place your body in the celebrity's personal space or stand too close to them.Stay on the side of the table if the celebrity is behind it.Stand at a distance from the celebrity if there is no table between them.This will show them that you respect their personal space and are engaged in the meet and greet.
Step 3: If the celebrity offers it, shake hands with them.
Most celebrities will shake hands with you.The celebrity should first offer and then shake their hand.If you wait for the celebrity to start the handshake, you will be able to respect their boundaries.A wave or a hi-five may be offered by some celebrities.You can respond in kind by waving or hi-fiving them.The terms of the interaction should be dictated by the celebrity.
Step 4: Have a friendly demeanor.
If you are meeting a celebrity, the meet and greet should be warm and friendly.Maintaining open body language is where you maintain eye contact with the celebrity and position your body so it faces them.If you smile at the celebrity, your excitement will come through on your face.Let your happiness light up your face by showing off your smile.The celebrity will know that you are excited to meet them in a respectful and appropriate way.
Step 5: It's a good idea to plan out your questions in advance.
If you want to avoid getting overwhelmed by your meeting with the celebrity, you should plan out a few questions.If you want to ask a celebrity a question, try to choose one main question and one thought you would like to share with them.You can gather your thoughts and be prepared for the meet and greet with this.You can ask a simple question, like, "What inspired you to make this film/create this album/write this book?" or a more specific question that may be obscure to show the celebrity that you are a true fan.For example, you may ask, "Why do you always end your songs with two claps?" or "How did it feel to work with Mia Farrow in Deadweight?" Often, more obscure questions will impress the celebrity and help you stand out from the crowd of fans.
Step 6: Speak clearly and calmly to a celebrity.
Once you speak to the celebrity, take a deep breath.If they initiate it, greet them with a "hello" or "hi", as well as a handshake or wave.Maintaining eye contact, smile and speak calmly to them.Just like you would speak to someone you admire, try to speak slowly and clearly.
Step 7: The celebrity should be praised for his work.
Only a few minutes with a celebrity is allowed at most meet and greets.You may compliment the celebrity after you greet them.You can initiate a conversation with the celebrity by asking your one question at this point.You don't want to take up too much of the celebrity's time if you stick to one to two questions.If you are in front of a long line of fans, you don't want to hog time with the celebrity.If the celebrity responds to your questions, be respectful and listen to their answers without interruption.Make sure you say "please" and "thank you" when appropriate, as this will show the celebrity you are treating like a fellow human being who happens to be famous.It is polite and good manners.
Step 8: If allowed, request an autograph.
You should bring a picture of the celebrity or a copy of their work to be signed.If it is allowed at the meet and greet, ask for an autograph.If there is a sign that says no autographs, do not ask for one.Asking for the celebrity's autograph at the end of the meeting is a way to close out your meet and greet with them.If you bring a pen with you, you can easily hand it to the celebrity to sign.
Step 9: If the celebrity is not allowed, don't take pictures.
If there is a sign that says no photography is allowed at the meet and greet, don't ask for a picture or try to sneak one with the celebrity.This could be seen as rude by the celebrity.If photography is allowed at the meet and greet event, you should be aware of the policy.Some celebrities are more comfortable talking to fans than taking pictures.
Step 10: Do you have the ability to take a photo with the celebrity?
If there is no sign that says no photographs are allowed, you should take a picture with the celebrity.A photographer will take pictures of you at the event.You can take pictures with the celebrity on your own camera if you ask a friend to take it for you.You might want to read more on how to take a picture.Make sure you have a big smile and keep an eye on the camera as you take a picture with a celebrity.Try to be relaxed in the picture.For years to come, you can treasure the photograph with the celebrity.
Step 11: If you can, bring gifts for the celebrity.
You can give personalized gifts to the celebrity.If it's okay for you to bring gifts for the celebrity, most meet and greets will say so.You can give the celebrity a gift at the end of your interaction if it is allowed.At the end of a meet and greet, many celebrities appreciate fan made gifts as a way of saying thank you and I love you.You can use the celebrity's image to create a t-shirt, an original painting, or another craft project.You could give your work to the celebrity as a gift.You can choose a gift that will show the celebrity what a big fan you are, such as an item that relates to their role in a movie or a piece of music.Give a gift that will be remembered by the celebrity.