My unforgettable celebrity moment: in 1982 at a small Austin, TX, music club, I was standing next to the stage waiting with my friends for the second set to start. Someone tapped me on the shoulder. I turned around and found myself face to face with the headliner, Etta James. She asked me if I’d help her get onstage. I enthusiastically said yes, and I stood beside the short stage and let Etta steady herself with her hand on my shoulder. She got onto the stage and turned to me and graciously thanked me. I was overwhelmed.
I was dancing with my date during the set when Etta began to sing, “Ohhhhh-ohhhh, Sometimes…I get a good feelin’, yeah…” the opening lyric of “Something's Got A Hold On Me,” my favorite Soul song. I’d determined earlier that day not to take my eyes off her while she sang the song, the better to take in the once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Somehow I caught her eye while she was looking out at the audience. Etta recognized me and and gave me a big smile. For the rest of the song we never stopped looking at each other. I think she must have known right away that she was giving me a great gift. My best memory ever.
Oh, boy, did I need this story today! You gave me goosebumps, Will! Your utter, pure joy at her gazing at you during a favorite song....oh my! This day has been a real downer with little good news, but this! Joy, utter joy and happiness. Thank you very much.
I got to deal 21 to Michael J Fox. This was years ago when I was working my way through college.
I was working at Harrah ‘s Tahoe on graveyard shift because that’s when the tips were best. MJF and crew were down in Sonora filming one of the Back to the Future movies and they decided to drive up for some recreation.
The casino manager brought them over to the high limit pit where they could have some privacy.
He was adorable, short! And friendly. Mostly we talked about cars because he had a Subaru on his farm in Vermont, and I, like everyone in Tahoe, had one as well. It was fun chatting with him and I got the impression that he was very down to earth and not all full of himself.
I loved this story about you and BG ! And, yes, I would very much enjoy seeing the video. So adorable - per usual, Marissa. (I’ve met quite a few famous people along the way. I think Robin Williams might just top the list of the nicest and kindest of all.). Happy Mother’s Day to you, Marissa !! 🥰
Love your Boy meets Marissa moment and the unexpected wisdom at the end! Another vote for video please. The only time I ever flew first class was when I was upgraded on a flight from SF to Vancouver and Snoop Dog was a few rows ahead of me which was quite exciting. My memory is fuzzy but he might also have said something about grass-fed butter being the secret to life (minus the fed and butter parts).
Can you suggest a gluten-free substitute for whole wheat flour? Would oat flour work? Or can I use a gluten-free baking flour?
My favorite celebrity moment wasn’t a high school favorite but a favorite from quite a few years later. My husband and I are huge fans of Bonnie Raitt. She always has a few special close seats to raise money for local non-profits and those tickets include a meet and greet. We expected a very brief encounter but she spent several minutes talking to each of us and insisted on photos with everyone. And darn, she flirted with my sweet husband! Our photo with her is one of my favorites! My least favorite celebrity moment was shaking hands with then-VP Spiro Agnew.
My unforgettable celebrity moment: in 1982 at a small Austin, TX, music club, I was standing next to the stage waiting with my friends for the second set to start. Someone tapped me on the shoulder. I turned around and found myself face to face with the headliner, Etta James. She asked me if I’d help her get onstage. I enthusiastically said yes, and I stood beside the short stage and let Etta steady herself with her hand on my shoulder. She got onto the stage and turned to me and graciously thanked me. I was overwhelmed.
I was dancing with my date during the set when Etta began to sing, “Ohhhhh-ohhhh, Sometimes…I get a good feelin’, yeah…” the opening lyric of “Something's Got A Hold On Me,” my favorite Soul song. I’d determined earlier that day not to take my eyes off her while she sang the song, the better to take in the once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Somehow I caught her eye while she was looking out at the audience. Etta recognized me and and gave me a big smile. For the rest of the song we never stopped looking at each other. I think she must have known right away that she was giving me a great gift. My best memory ever.
Oh, boy, did I need this story today! You gave me goosebumps, Will! Your utter, pure joy at her gazing at you during a favorite song....oh my! This day has been a real downer with little good news, but this! Joy, utter joy and happiness. Thank you very much.
You guys!
Thanks, Alicia ❤️ Yeah, this was the one moment in my life I believed there was a God.
Very cool!!
And I’m so glad my story brought you some joy in your day. Take care ❤️
I got to deal 21 to Michael J Fox. This was years ago when I was working my way through college.
I was working at Harrah ‘s Tahoe on graveyard shift because that’s when the tips were best. MJF and crew were down in Sonora filming one of the Back to the Future movies and they decided to drive up for some recreation.
The casino manager brought them over to the high limit pit where they could have some privacy.
He was adorable, short! And friendly. Mostly we talked about cars because he had a Subaru on his farm in Vermont, and I, like everyone in Tahoe, had one as well. It was fun chatting with him and I got the impression that he was very down to earth and not all full of himself.
I loved this story about you and BG ! And, yes, I would very much enjoy seeing the video. So adorable - per usual, Marissa. (I’ve met quite a few famous people along the way. I think Robin Williams might just top the list of the nicest and kindest of all.). Happy Mother’s Day to you, Marissa !! 🥰
Love your Boy meets Marissa moment and the unexpected wisdom at the end! Another vote for video please. The only time I ever flew first class was when I was upgraded on a flight from SF to Vancouver and Snoop Dog was a few rows ahead of me which was quite exciting. My memory is fuzzy but he might also have said something about grass-fed butter being the secret to life (minus the fed and butter parts).
Boy George? Oh boy, I'm so jealous! My only story is that Richard Gere once held a door open for me. This encounter did not last long enough.
I have a few but Parker Posey asking to borrow a chair in a bar was a HIGHLIGHT
Can you suggest a gluten-free substitute for whole wheat flour? Would oat flour work? Or can I use a gluten-free baking flour?
My favorite celebrity moment wasn’t a high school favorite but a favorite from quite a few years later. My husband and I are huge fans of Bonnie Raitt. She always has a few special close seats to raise money for local non-profits and those tickets include a meet and greet. We expected a very brief encounter but she spent several minutes talking to each of us and insisted on photos with everyone. And darn, she flirted with my sweet husband! Our photo with her is one of my favorites! My least favorite celebrity moment was shaking hands with then-VP Spiro Agnew.
I LOVE Bonnie Raitt and saw her perform many years ago. Lucky you!!
Yes, interested in the video!
Time to make this cake. Got wholemeal flour from Amazon, assuming the cake works with it in place of regular WW flour.
Yes, please post videos of you and BG!
How did you know I needed this?!?!
Yes, video please! So glad Boy George is doing well.
Sounds yummy!