I’ve met a few celebrities over the years. Some by accident (Mike Tyson, Joe Perry of Aerosmith) and some because of work (David Copperfield, Nancy Kerrigan).
In all cases, I thought it was neat to see them, but just treated them like people. Pretty low key, but in my head, I thought, “Heeyyy, that’s so-and-so…how cool!”
One time, I was a little flabbergasted. I had designed a stage set (props) for a concert and was up on stage telling the crew where stuff goes. Suddenly I hear this British accented voice asking me if it was okay if he warmed up a bit.
I looked over to see Elton John standing by the piano…asking me if it’s okay if he warms up a bit!?! I think all I managed to say was, “Um, uh..yeah sure.”