Hobbies And Interests
Things You'll Need
Instructions
Draw up a list of people whose autograph you want. You may want to start with local celebrities and work your way up, or you may decide to "shoot for the stars" right from the beginning.
Draft a cover letter that can be adapted as required. Start with Dear _____ , I am writing to . . . . Be sure to include your name and address so the star knows where to send the autograph. Sign it "Sincerely" because it conveys a better image of you as a person than "See ya!"
Adapt your cover letter to personalize it to the star whose autograph you want. Outline why this person is important to you -- you love her music and can't wait for the next release, you think he is the best actor in the world -- and use specific details and references so she knows you are really talking about her.
Ask, very politely, for an autographed photo. Remember that stars get fan mail every day, so the more respectful you are, the more likely that they will respond. If the autograph is a gift, specify the name of the person it is intended for and why the celebrity is important to this particular individual, for example, "Ever since I was a toddler, my mother has been president of your fan club."
Send the letter. Old-fashioned as it may seem, snail-mail is more likely to get you a glossy 8 by 10 than an email is. The reason? Letters mean business and when someone takes the time to write, it indicates genuine interest.
Attend events where the stars are going to be and prominently position yourself. There is a small window of opportunity from the time the celebrity gets out of the limousine until she walks into the hotel for you to get her attention. Have her photo or a piece of paper and a pen ready.
Approach celebrities politely if you meet them on the street or see them in a restaurant. Remember that you are intruding in their time and space, and they are doing you a favor by giving you their autograph.