Are YOU famous (or infamous)
Dec 9th, 2004, 11:58 AM
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I was on Quiz Kids (local radio) in the fourth grade! (How many people remember Quiz Kids???) Awhile back a waiter in an Indian restaurant thought I was Meryl Streep. The 12 yr old son of my oldest friend was with us and was practically rolling on the floor with laughter. (And I've always been nice to that kid!)
Dec 9th, 2004, 12:01 PM
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My dh, however, in his line of work has met many famous people who know of him: Sigourny Weaver; Susan Sarandon and her bf; Steve Buscemi, RFK, JR; JFK, JR; Alec Baldwin; Kim Basinger; Joe P (ralph on Soprano's); P Diddy; Governor Pataki, NYS AG Eliot Spitzer; Mario Cuomo; Andrew Cuomo, Bill Clinton; Hillary Clinton.
Dec 9th, 2004, 12:05 PM
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It's been a long time since anybody stopped me in the street and asked for my autograph and I prefer it that way. My fifteen minutes began in my mid-20's when I was a spokesperson for a leading, high-fashion retailer. I did the television thing for ten years in most of the markets where those stores are located, including Tulsa. My love for fashion and first-class travel started with this job.
Once I became known for shooting celebrity portraits, fame had a way of rearing its ugly head vicariously. Over and over, I've witnessed the ugly side of fame and I want no part of it. A normal person just can't imagine how ugly fame-seekers can truly be. I never enjoyed being recognized and/or interrupted at dinner.
I'm very careful to protect my identity now, especially on the internet. And I'm lucky to have a chameleon look when in public. Yes, strangers stare at me wherever I go but I've been dealing with this all my life. Now they can't quite figure out who I am or why they're staring. (I get the feeling they think I <i>should</i> be somebody.)
When I write an article for publication I use a different name. Writing and photography are two different worlds and most executives in corporate have no imagination. They just can't believe someone could have more than one talent.
I'm sure many of you have seen my photography or read my articles, especially if you love travel magazines and certain newspapers. There's no way I could ever lead you to one of my pictures (or show up at one of those FGTG's) because that would ruin things for me.
It's so much more fun to break a few balls and play the pompous-blonde-diva-with-long-legs and do so anonymously.
ps Even my registration here was done through a friend.
Once I became known for shooting celebrity portraits, fame had a way of rearing its ugly head vicariously. Over and over, I've witnessed the ugly side of fame and I want no part of it. A normal person just can't imagine how ugly fame-seekers can truly be. I never enjoyed being recognized and/or interrupted at dinner.
I'm very careful to protect my identity now, especially on the internet. And I'm lucky to have a chameleon look when in public. Yes, strangers stare at me wherever I go but I've been dealing with this all my life. Now they can't quite figure out who I am or why they're staring. (I get the feeling they think I <i>should</i> be somebody.)
When I write an article for publication I use a different name. Writing and photography are two different worlds and most executives in corporate have no imagination. They just can't believe someone could have more than one talent.
I'm sure many of you have seen my photography or read my articles, especially if you love travel magazines and certain newspapers. There's no way I could ever lead you to one of my pictures (or show up at one of those FGTG's) because that would ruin things for me.
It's so much more fun to break a few balls and play the pompous-blonde-diva-with-long-legs and do so anonymously.
ps Even my registration here was done through a friend.
Dec 9th, 2004, 12:47 PM
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Although I did do a television interview for a local station this fall, I'm famous only among friends, relatives and colleagues.
Having said that, returning from Rome last month I did meet someone who used to be both famous and infamous: former Senator and presidential candidate Gary Hartt.
As we arrived at the gate to our connecting flight, both a friend and I recognized him. Hartt was staring at a broken monitor that had the wrong city of departure. When I informed him that it was broken, he turned to me and said sadly: Everything is broken. Poor man - he must have been having a very bad day. With a wicked sense of humor, one of my friends suggested that someone pretend to page Donna Rice on the PA! Nasty, I know-
Grandma, one of my college professors was a fairly well-known Quiz Kid. When I asked him about it, he made it clear in no uncertain terms that he didn't want to discuss it. As most of us know, fame doesn't always translate to happiness.
Having said that, returning from Rome last month I did meet someone who used to be both famous and infamous: former Senator and presidential candidate Gary Hartt.
As we arrived at the gate to our connecting flight, both a friend and I recognized him. Hartt was staring at a broken monitor that had the wrong city of departure. When I informed him that it was broken, he turned to me and said sadly: Everything is broken. Poor man - he must have been having a very bad day. With a wicked sense of humor, one of my friends suggested that someone pretend to page Donna Rice on the PA! Nasty, I know-
Grandma, one of my college professors was a fairly well-known Quiz Kid. When I asked him about it, he made it clear in no uncertain terms that he didn't want to discuss it. As most of us know, fame doesn't always translate to happiness.
Dec 9th, 2004, 12:57 PM
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my children think I'm famous. Does that count? My son saw me finish a quick 10K road race and watched as I (and everyone) was given a finisher's medal. A few months later he told he class that I had won a medal in the olympics for running. His teacher asked if I could bring my Olympic medal in for show and tell.
So yes, in my own little world I am famous AND really good at what I do.
So yes, in my own little world I am famous AND really good at what I do.
Dec 9th, 2004, 01:01 PM
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I sang on the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson. Of course, it was on the Stump the Band segment when he came out to California in 1970. I won a free ride on the Goodyear Blimp, but the guy I went with got the tickets after we graduated high school, so I never got to go.
I still have the picture taken (from the televsion) by the photographer of the high school paper. Cool memory.
I still have the picture taken (from the televsion) by the photographer of the high school paper. Cool memory.
I love that story. Who is more important to be a hero (or famous) for than your child?
