AUTOGRAPH COLLECTOR MAGAZINE NAMES 10-BEST & 10-WORST CELEB SIGNERS!
The Best Signers love to show fans that we matter to them. They laugh and sign autographs for everyone around, take pictures and talk to us like friends. Some, like Rosario Dawson, even go to conventions and sign for free. The Worst Signers rarely if ever sign, ignore fans and even treat them with contempt. Some yell at fans and demean them just for asking for a snapshot or signature.
After three years as our Best Signer—and more as one of the best—Johnny Depp is taking a well-deserved break. He’s still a good signer and unfailingly nice, but he wasn’t in public as much this year. And when he was, he didn’t have the enthusiasm for signing that he used to. Thanks, Johnny—for treating us so well for years. We hope to see him back on the list soon.
Now the 16th Annual List of the 10 Best & 10 Worst Hollywood Signers
THE BEST
1. Jay Leno
Jay Leno is one of the best autograph signers in the history of Hollywood. Day in and day out, Leno signs before, during and after The Tonight Show, as he has since the show became his in 1992.
Leno would have been our No. 1 Best Signer before, if the list weren’t compiled from reports around the world. With his full-time desk job, Leno doesn’t get around as much as the movie stars who typically top our list.
“I’ve been there hundreds of times for autographs of The Tonight Show guests, and not once has Jay not signed,” says collector/dealer Mike Aring. “And he signs for the audience during breaks.”
“He’s a superstar when it comes to signing,” says New York pro Anthony Risi, aka Mr. Stargraph. “He is still coming out of the show with his own marker, ready to sign.”
Leno is one Hollywood celebrity who can identify with fans and collectors. An autograph collector himself, Leno can be found asking guests to sign during breaks.
2. George Clooney
When he’s not promoting world peace, George Clooney can be found chatting with fans and signing autographs.
“What you see is what you get,” Risi says. “There is absolutely no pretense about him at all. In the moments a fan or collector spends with Clooney, they feel like they’re out with a buddy.”
The Burn After Reading star was spotted by TheInsider.com signing autographs on the set. Splash News and Pictures reported, “George Clooney really goes out of his way for his fans by signing autographs and posing for numerous pictures.”
Clooney, a frequent 10 Bester, has come a long way since his heartthrob role as Dr. Doug Ross on ER, but he is still as down to earth as ever. He treats his fans like friends, and never seems to run out of things to talk about with them.
3. Matt Damon
The star of The Bourne action films is killer at signing. Matt Damon has been near the top of our Best Signers list for years. A costar alongside George Clooney in a number of films, Damon and Clooney often run neck and neck, and both are good bets to make the top spot one day.
Mike Aring tells us, “Matt’s always gracious with fans, even after appearances on Jimmy Kimmel Live, when stressed-out security guards are always asking him to stop signing.”
Risi adds, “Not only is Damon as good as ever this year, he hasn’t really changed since his career took off. He still treats fans with respect and gratitude, and he’ll sign pretty much whatever you ask him to—and pose for pictures.”
If you’re ever lucky enough to meet this A+ of A-Listers, you’ll walk away smiling.
4. Rosario Dawson
A staple at conventions and signing events, Rosario Dawson is a fan favorite. Her career is heavy in sci-fi and horror where fans are rabid autograph collectors. Rosario doesn’t shy away—she races to meet fans at conventions and signs, signs, signs.
“She hasn’t found a collector she didn’t like,” says Aring.
When we met Rosario at Comic-Con this year, she was so nice we thought it was because we were press. But she was pleasant and talkative with everyone she signed for there. Based on collectors we asked who have met her, she’s always that way.
Rosario knows how to keep fans rooting for her.
5. John Travolta
The star of the upcoming 2009 thriller, The Taking of Pelham 123, John Travolta has been on our 10 Best list for years. “He’s my inductee to the Signing Hall of Fame,” says Aring. “He’s also very nice when it comes to having his photo taken.”
Risi adds that Travolta is one of the few celebrities who has never refused to sign when he’s asked for an autograph. “He’s soft-spoken, but he’ll engage in brief conversation when the crowds allow it.”
If there’s a downside to Travolta’s signing habits, it’s that his signature is little more than a line. But he makes up for it with the time he spends with the public. Like Jay Leno, who frequents classic car shows, look for Travolta at aviation events, where he won’t just be flying, but signing.
6. Martin Sheen
Joining Matt Damon and two other costars from The Departed on this list is first-timer Martin Sheen. At 68 years old, this Golden Globe and Emmy winner isn’t slowing down one bit.
In Wall Street, Sheen’s character tries to teach his real-life son, Charlie Sheen, the right way to go through life: with modesty and kindness. Fortunately for us, that’s how Martin treats his fans.
“He’s always nice and always friendly,” says Aring. And he may even bless you—he’s an ordained minister, after all.”
7. Mark Wahlberg
Martin Scorsese chose a brilliant cast for his 2006 film, The Departed, since Mark Wahlberg also is on this list. We spotted the producer of HBO’s Entourage at Comic-Con this year having a good time with fans and signing up a storm.
A lifelong good signer, Wahlberg pulls out his own pen when fans approach for autographs.
“He’s a class act,” says Autograph reader Charlie Sterbini. “Mark’s always a gentleman and will sign several pieces and pose for fans and collectors. In fact, he usually makes fans pose with him. He’ll talk with us on any topic, and doesn’t rush off when he’s done signing.”
8. Jack Nicholson
Another star of The Departed, Jack Nicholson is no stranger to this list. Risi notes he’s consistently good—if you play by his rules. “If he doesn’t sign for you entering a place, he will when he leaves. And he usually jokes with fans and collectors.”
We don’t recommend approaching him at Lakers games, but Australian collector Richard Simpkin says Nicholson sometimes will sign when leaving Staples Center—several things if they’ve won.
9. Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie
Angelina, how did you do it? Angelina Jolie is often on our 10 Best list, while Brad Pitt used to haunt 10 Worst with Jennifer Aniston. But Mrs. Smith must have cast a spell on Mr. Smith, because Brad is now one fantastic signer.
“In spite of the paparazzi crush for them and their high profile lives, they always walk up to the crowd at events and premieres and sign up a storm,” says Aring.
What’s amazing about this couple is how good they are with crazed fans. Hysterical women constantly scream for Brad, and infatuated men keep hitting on Angelina. They handle them all with compassion and grace, calming them down as they keep on signing.
10. Megan Fox
Megan Fox is as much a rising signer as a rising star. Set to appear in this year’s How to Lose Friends and Alienate People, we’re happy to report that in real life she makes friends and delights fans. Her great response when asked to sign has earned her a well-deserved spot on our 10 Best list.
“She’s been compared to Angelina Jolie for her talent, her looks and her love of tattoos,” Risi says of this newcomer. “So why not compare their signing habits? This new Hollywood ‘It’ girl is amazing when it comes to signing. She’s just too cool. Not only will she sign several items per person, she’ll hang around and talk with us about what’s new and upcoming in her career. She loves her fans—and she shows it!”
10 WORST
1. John C. Reilly
It’s no surprise we don’t have a signed photo of 2008’s No. 1 Worst Signer. John C. Reilly almost never signs and can be downright cruel about it. Before Reilly sang as Dewey Cox, he crooned in Chicago about being invisible. That’s how he treats fans now. He signed just a few for a huge crowd while promoting Chicago, and we heard he refused to sign at all while doing Tale of 2 Cities on Broadway this year.
“He’s been quoted saying, ‘It’s a free country, and I can do what I choose. I choose not to sign,’” Aring reports. “While he was promoting Walk Hard, he actually did sign. But he only signed ‘Dewey.’”
His bad attitude isn’t limited to these shores. “He laughed and walked through fans like they weren’t there at the Ritz Carlton in Berlin,” says Markus Brandes of The German Autograph Society. “After a few days, fans started to get angry at him, shouting and whistling. He started leaving by different routes to avoid them. It was the same thing when Reilly was here a few years ago.”
But his stinginess may be limited to fans. At an Aid for AIDS benefit on October 19, he pledged to double the largest donation that night. He penned a check for a very generous $30,000. At the rate he signs, that check may be worth more cancelled one day.
2. William Shatner
“Beam me up, Scotty. I’ve pissed-off everyone I can on this planet.”
If nasty were a virtue, William Shatner would be a saint. He seems to take such joy in torturing fans and collectors that Shatner is known around Autograph as the “Marquis de Sign.”
“I had him one-on-one while he waited for a car and asked him to sign a head shot,” reports Autograph reader Charlie Sterbini. “He said, ‘I’m not allowed.’” He just stood there and looked away with a stupid grin on his face.” Sterbini had two other requests for Shatner’s autograph shot down as well.
“The last time I saw him, he was leaving The View. I was waiting for another celebrity while two other fans waited for him. I warned them what they were in for, and as his car pulled out with the windows rolled down, Shatner shook his head no when they asked him to sign.”
Shatner sells his autograph, which we think is great because it makes it available to fans everywhere. But report after report of his arrogance and stinginess keeps him moving up this list.
At a booksigning in Los Angeles this year for Up Till Now, Shatner would only sign one book per person. “He didn’t interact with anyone,” says Aring, “And he insisted on seeing every person that wanted a book signed, which meant that no one could get a second book signed for anyone else. When someone asked to get a book signed for his brother, Shatner responded, ‘Get your brother down here then!’”
A fan was heard mumbling where the Captain could boldly go.
3. Will Ferrell
Will Ferrell headed up our Worst Signers list in 2007, and he’s pretty close to the top this year. He’s been starring in comedies alongside John C. Reilly, so it seems that bad signers run in packs, like good ones do. “He has gotten a little better,” says Aring. “But not much. He used to be so nice, and although he tries to use the excuse of trying to avoid having his autograph sold on eBay, that doesn’t fly. His autograph doesn’t sell on eBay.”
He’s such a bad signer that no one believes they’re real.
“He tops my list of worst signers for the second year in a row,” said Risi. “Thiis smug, arrogant, pompous man loves to avoid his fans. Whether at a premiere, an interview, or simply walking down the street, chances are Ferrell will not oblige any autograph requests. He may even go as far as to mock and belittle the fan asking for one.”
We loved him last February on Conan O’Brien when he spoofed being our worst signer. So when we ran across him a few months later we thanked him for being such a good sport. Our reporter even suggested that Ferrell wouldn’t be on the list this year. But fans and collectors tells us that he’s still one of the worst signers in Hollywood.
Sorry Will—you’re back on the list.
4. Gwyneth Paltrow
Gwyneth Paltrow should take pointers from her Iron Man costar and good signer, Robert Downing Jr. on how to treat fans.
“She’s probably the snootiest of signers on this list,” says Risi. “Paltrow will try to ignore everyone as she walks by, or she’ll just pointblank tell you, in her condescending tone, ‘I do not sign autographs.’”
Even KidzWorld.com named her one of their worst signers. If Paltrow can’t be kind to the kiddies, don’t expect much if you meet her.
5. Tobey Maguire
Year in and year out, Tobey Maguire makes our worst list. This year saw far worse signers, but Maguire still easily makes the top 5.
He’s not nasty. He’s stingy with the Sharpie. The typical meeting of fan and Maguire is like the one Richard Simpkin had last season at a Lakers game. Maguire shook his hand, but no amount of petitioning would get him to sign an autograph.
Serious collectors and kids alike find Maguire to be less than accommodating. Maguire was on Kidzworld.com’s list, too—as their No. 1 Worst Signer.
Their verdict was the same as ours: Maguire simply doesn’t sign.
6. Steve Carell
When it comes to celebrities who don’t ever sign, Steve Carell is making a name for himself. “This guy just doesn’t do it,” says Aring. “It’s just a bother for him.” Collector Dave Brooks agrees: “I’ve seen him at three events, and he didn’t sign for anyone.”
Risi tells us he’s not that nice to fans, either. “He’s one of those celebrities surrounded by a small entourage that does all the talking—and refusing for that matter. You’re bound to be greeted with an ‘I’m sorry we’re late.’ Then another voice will say, ‘Maybe later,’ but later rarely comes. And if it does, be sure to have a black pen. Like Will Ferrell, he believes that autographs signed in blue are always for sale.”
Maybe someone should replace that World’s Greatest Boss mug on his desk in The Office with one that says World’s Worst Signer.
7. Tom Hanks
Tom Hanks used to be a good signer. What happened? We don’t know. Maybe he’s so rich and famous that he considers signing even a few autographs for fans an avoidable annoyance. We’re willing to bet that as a struggling actor, before Bosom Buddies and his Oscar-winning movie career, he dreamed of being famous and signing autographs for adoring fans. But that was a long time ago.
“Hollywood nice guy my foot!” says Aring. “This year alone, I’ve seen him yell at girls who were just excited fans, tell an entire crowd after a day’s movie shoot that he doesn’t sign, and he shouted a bunch of expletives at me personally. All I did was ask Tom for his autograph, but he kept yelling at me while he rode away on his bike.”
8. Adam Sandler
If Will Ferrell is any indication, there seems to be a trend among Hollywood comics who leave SNL for movie careers— they often become bad signers.
“It’s been years since you could say Adam Sandler was nice,” says Aring. “Signing is all a bother to him now, and he’s taken to yelling at collectors. ‘What are you gonna do with this,’ he asks, ‘hang it on your wall?’ And then he doesn’t even sign.”
Our experience hasn’t been much different. We remember Sandler bombing at a comedy club a year before he joined Saturday Night Live. Nobody asked the poor guy to sign that night. But now that everyone wants his autograph, he doesn’t give it out.
9. Cameron Diaz
You tend to think consistency is a good thing in an actor, but we make this list to point out a few of the more negative aspects of celebrity. “Cameron Diaz is consistent, year after year—for being one nasty signer,” says Risi. “And by that I mean she doesn’t sign, and she can be mean about it. There’s a reason she makes our list almost every year.”
Sterbini agrees. “She always avoids being seen as she goes to and from places. It has gotten to the point that I’ve just given up on her,” he says. “If someone goes to such extremes to avoid coming into contact with fans, a signature is just not going to happen.”
10. Nicole Kidman
“Nicole Kidman absolutely hates signing autographs for anyone,” says fellow Australian Richard Simpkin, who has regularly come into contact with Kidman and has been ignored almost every time. “She only scribbles her initials at movie premieres because she has to,” he continues. “She often even asks fans, ‘Why are you harassing me?’”
Ironically, Kidman’s husband, country singer Keith Urban, is a good signer. And her ex, Tom Cruise, often makes our 10 Best. We keep hoping that Kidman will see the light someday—but like the rest of the stars of our 10 Worst list, we’re not holding our breath.
Previously in the 12th annual poll of celebrity autograph givers Colin Farrell was named "best signer" in Autograph Collector magazine's. The worst when approached by fans was
Cameron Diaz.
"Colin is extremely generous with fans and collectors, and goes out of his
way to sign for everyone he can at his movie premieres... He just flat-out loves
to sign autographs," said contributing editor Jeffrey Woolf, who helped compile
the annual Best and Worst Signers list.
As for Diaz, the 31-year-old star of the "Charlie's Angels" films, Woolf
said in a statement this week: "She might be an Angel for Charlie, but Cameron
is nothing short of a witch... when it comes to signing autographs."
THE BEST
#1 … COLIN FARRELL
Colin Farrell: No 1 with fans and collectors.
This talented Irish actor made a big impression over the past three years appearing
in hit movies like Tigerland, Hart’s War, Minority Report, Phone Booth,
The Recruit and Daredevil. Outspoken and opinionated, Colin always speaks his
mind in interviews, and it seems that every other word he utters has to be bleeped.
Despite this, Colin is extremely generous with fans and collectors, and goes
out of his way to sign for everyone he can at his movie premieres. Also a very
funny guy, he just flat-out loves to sign autographs.
#2 … KATE BOSWORTH
Kate Bosworth: A great looker with signing habits to match.
This blonde beauty is only 20, but already has appeared in several hit movies,
including The Horse Whisperer, Remember The Titans, Blue Crush and The Rules
of Attraction. In addition to her wholesome good looks, Kate has a smile that
will make you melt and a personality to match. Whether it’s at a movie
premiere, restaurant or nightclub, if you see Kate and want her autograph, she’ll
be very flattered and leave you with a great feeling. This talented Hollywood
actress is rapidly climbing the ladder to A-list status, so now is the time
to get her autograph.
#3 … ASIA ARGENTO
Asia Argento: A sexy sweetheart who loves to sign.
The daughter of famed Italian director Dario Argento, this sexy 27-year-old
actress has been acting in movies since she was 9. She’s also been a writer,
director and producer, and is very popular in Europe. Virtually unknown in the
United States until she co-starred with Vin Diesel in the 2002 action movie
XXX, Asia has been a sweetheart to fans and autograph collectors throughout
the year.
#4 … JENNIFER LOVE HEWITT
Jennifer Love Hewitt is back signing again, but with a slimmed-down signature.
It’s been a few years since this brunette beauty last appeared on our
Best Signers list, but her generous actions over the past year have landed her
another spot in the Top 10. Although her autograph has gone from a full signature
to a scribbled “J.L. Hewitt,” Jennifer is always willing to stop
and sign whenever she is spotted at restaurants and public events. Welcome back,
Jennifer!
#5 … LeANN RIMES
LeAnn Rimes: As consistent as ever.
Speaking of triumphant returns, LeAnn Rimes is another former Best Signer who
has found her way back onto the list in 2003. Over the past few years LeAnn
has made a huge career change, leaving behind the world of country music for
an attempt at pop stardom. One thing that has remained constant throughout this
transition, however, is LeAnn’s sweet personality and continual willingness
to sign. She might want to sing and look like a pop starlet, but when it comes
to signing autographs LeAnn is light years ahead of Britney Spears and Christina
Aguilera.
#6 THE ... OSBOURNES
The Osbournes: Kooky and crazy, but great with ’grafs.
Holy s***! It’s the Osbournes! They’re kooky, crazy, and the kids
might seem a little out of hand, but all four members of the Osbourne clan are
great to fans and collectors when out on the town. As with everything else in
their life, Sharon Osbourne appears to be the leader of the pack and overall
is the nicest, but that’s not to take anything away from Ozzy, Kelly or
Jack. Thanks a lot guys—you’re the bleepin’ greatest!
#7 … JESSICA ALBA
Jessica Alba: A true autograph angel.
She might be a “Dark Angel” on TV, but Jessica Alba is simply an
angel when it comes to signing autographs. Since her rapid rise to superstardom
a few years back, Jessica has always done her best to accommodate her fans.
While she often limits her signing to one per person, that’s always better
than none per person.
#8 … JENNIFER GARNER
Jennifer Garner: So far, so good.
All too often, it seems that pretty young women who rise to fame quickly develop
egos and attitudes that hamper their relationship with fans and collectors.
But that’s not the case with actress Jennifer Garner, who has avoided
the usual stigma associated with new superstarlets by continuing to sign for
collectors wherever they find her.
#9 … KELLY HU
Changing places: Kelly Huhas gone from bad to good.
Here is the turnaround story of the year! Last year Kelly was #3 on the Worst
Signers list, but when she heard about that dubious honor, she put collectors
on the spot outside a Hollywood nightclub and asked them for their opinion of
her signing habits. When they confirmed the negative report, Kelly told them
it bothered her to have that image and vowed to change. From that point on,
Kelly went out of her way to sign for fans wherever she went. For her noble
efforts, it’s our pleasure to take Kelly off the Worst Signers list and
make room for her on the Best Signers side.
#10 ... JESSICA SIMPSON
Jessica Simpson: When it comes to signing, Britney and Christina she’s not.
Jessica is so sweet on TV interviews that she almost seems too good to be true.
Believe it or not, Jessica really is that nice, and when encountered in person,
she’s always willing to stop and sign for her fans. Move over Britney
and Christina, Jessica Simpson is hotter, sweeter and, more importantly, really
knows how to appreciate her fans!
Honourable Mention
SOPHIA VERGARA
Sophia Vergara: New, but nice.
This lusty Latina sensation is internationally known for her singing and has
recently entered the world of acting. We are just starting to get a glimpse
of her in the United States and we like what we see so far! Along with being
drop-dead gorgeous, Sophia is very kind to fans and collectors and is always
willing to stop and sign. Mu bien!
HEIDI KLUM
Heidi Klum: A supermodel with a super attitude.
This German goddess stands a notch above all supermodels as a consistently great
signer no matter where she goes. We’ve never had a bad experience with
Heidi. She’s not just a supermodel – she’s also a supersigner!
FRANKIE MUNIZ
Now a staple on the Best Signers list, Frankie has consistently proven to be
one of the best signers in the business. The only reason he has ended up as
an Honorable Mention this year is because we wanted to provide some exposure
for new and equally deserving celebrities. However, one thing is for sure –
Malcom will never be in the middle of the Worst Signers list!
MICHAEL JACKSON
Michael Jackson: Contrary to popular opinion, Jacko is a good signer when given
a chance.
Sure, Jacko might be a little wacko, but he’s still one of the most sought-after
and accommodating signers in the world! An autograph collector himself, Jackson
always seems to make an effort to interact with his fans and sign whenever it
is possible. Remember – when this guy gets mobbed, he literally gets mobbed!
But even in dangerous situations, he’ll always try to stop and sign. No
matter how weird he may appear, you’ve got to give the guy credit!
SANDRA TAYLOR
Sandra Taylor: She makes the autograph experience special.
We first heard about Sandra in 1995 when she caught everyone’s attention
as Steven Seagal’s sexy co-star in Under Siege II. That same year, she
graced the cover of Playboy. Since then, she has gone on to become America’s
#1 pin-up girl, and has been the subject of 17 hot-selling posters by renowned
artist Olivia De Bernardinis. As an actress, Sandra has had supporting roles
in such hit movies as L.A. Confidential, Batman & Robin, Tomcats and The
Princess Diaries. Meeting Sandra is like a “wow” experience –
she’s sweet, outgoing, and loves to sign autographs and interact with
her fans.
THE WORST
# 1 … CAMERON DIAZ
Cameron Diaz: Worst of the worst.
She might be an Angel for Charlie, but Cameron is nothing short of a witch (or
another word that rhymes with witch) when it comes to signing autographs. At
one time Cameron was a half-decent signer, but things went downhill quickly,
and for the past few years she has been among the worst of the worst! No matter
what the situation may be, Cameron is just not willing to sign – period.
One-on-one at the airport? No. At the premiere of Charlie’s Angels 2?
No. At a restaurant? No. Well, guess what, Cameron – your tireless efforts
to constantly shoot down autograph requests have finally paid off. You are the
worst of the worst!
#2 … BRUCE WILLIS
Bruce Willis: Bad, and getting worse.
Bruce has never been a great signer, and the more he is seen in public, the
worse his attitude gets. The only thing that keeps him from taking the #1 Worst
spot is that he’ll occasionally sign a few autographs at a premiere if
it appears to be a situation where he’ll receive good PR. Making matters
worse, Bruce isn’t afraid to get vulgar when he doesn’t want to
sign. Saying “no” is enough, Bruce – save the verbal abuse
for yourself!
#3 … DEMI MOORE
Demi Moore: Making a comeback, but not as a signer.
I’ll bet Bruce and Demi never thought they’d be side by side again!
Filling our third spot is the comeback kid of Hollywood, Demi Moore. Although
many people are thrilled to see Demi making a comeback, collectors cringe at
the thought of having to be stiffed by Demi again. It appears things haven’t
changed, and Demi is as defiant toward signing autographs as ever. It’s
been so long since Demi has signed that we have doubts she can even remember
how to sign her name!
#4 … ORLANDO BLOOM
Orlando Bloom: Now he won’t give you the time of day.
Before the Lord of the Rings films, Orlando Bloom probably would have driven
to a collector’s house if he thought they wanted an autograph. Now that
he is a success, forget about it! Wherever he is, Orlando goes out of his way
to avoid collectors like the plague. Anyone looking to complete a Lord of the
Rings cast photo will be waiting for a long time before they get Orlando to
sign. He’s just not about to do it.
#5 … SHANNON ELIZABETH
Shannon Elizabeth: What goes around comes around.
If looks were determined by personality, Shannon Elizabeth would be the ugliest
hag in Hollywood! Since Day One, Shannon has been an autograph terror. In the
few times that she has been willing to sign, Shannon invariably refuses to sign
anything relating to American Pie. Collectors are almost assured that every
time they see her, Shannon will make every effort to avoid them and act as if
they do not exist. With that attitude, she deserves to be on this list. It’s
a dishonor that’s long overdue.
#6 … JANET JACKSON
Janet Jackson: When all else fails, she runs for cover.
Obviously the passion that brother Michael has for autograph collecting doesn’t
run in the family. Trying to ask Janet Jackson for an autograph is like trying
to break into Fort Knox with a toothpick! Janet’s entourage will do anything
to stop collectors from asking, and even if you do get close enough to ask,
Janet is a lost cause. Most of the time, Janet just dashes for a car or the
nearest door whenever she is spotted. It really is that ridiculous.
#7 … CATHERINE ZETA-JONES
Catherine Zeta-Jones: Same old, same old.
In life many things change, but one can take comfort in knowing that some things
will never change. The sun will always rise in the east and set in the west,
the ocean will always be blue, and Catherine Zeta-Jones will always turn down
an autograph request! Making the list for an unprecedented third straight year,
Mrs. Douglas remains one of the most elusive signers in Hollywood. She just
won’t sign, and it has gotten to the point where it is really a waste
of time to even ask!
#8 … ERIC BANA
Eric Bana: The Hulk is off to a bad start.
Chances are, no one will really recognize this name at first. Bana is the no-name
actor who hit the jackpot when he was cast to play the lead role in this summer’s
highly anticipated film, The Hulk. So, what did instant fame and success do
for Mr. Bana? It made him a jerk! Collectors were shocked to see how unfriendly
and unwilling Eric was once he started to hit the scene. Like The Hulk at the
box office, Eric has been highly anticipated – and extremely disappointing.
#9 … HUGH JACKMAN
Hugh Jackman: A good guy gone bad.
Here is one that is a real disappointment. From the start of his career with
his breakthrough role in X-Men, Jackman had always been a signing machine. Even
as his popularity continued to rise, Hugh always seemed to be level headed and
very accommodating to fans. But then one day last year it seemed that Hugh was
in a bad mood and was unwilling to sign autographs. Maybe it was just a bad
day? Well, that day has turned into about a year and it seems that Hugh likes
being on the dark side! At one time Hugh had no problem signing three or four
autographs per person. Now it’s a challenge to get him to sign at all!
#10 … CHRISTINA AGUILERA
Christina Aguilera: Don’t even think about it!
Feel like getting roughed up by a guy 10 times your size? We suggest you go
try and ask Christina Aguilera for an autograph. Surrounded by a fortress of
menacing bodyguards, Christina does her best to make sure she is as isolated
from the public as possible. But even if you do get past her security, Christina
will likely shoot down any autograph requests. If you ever see Christina on
the street and want to ask her for a signature, just remember that we warned
you!
Dishonourable Mention
MICHELLE BRANCH
Michelle Branch: So talented, yet so unfriendly.
When it comes to her music, Michelle Branch is undoubtedly one of the most talented
young artists in the business. However, what Michelle has in musical talent
she completely lacks in personality. Always unsociable and unwilling to sign,
the last time Michelle came to Los Angeles to perform, collectors didn’t
even bother to ask. They already knew the end result in advance.
BRITNEY SPEARS
Britney Spears: Hasn’t been around as much, but nothing’s changed.
Luckily for Britney, she has been laying low for most of the year, so we don’t
have much to say about her. However, she remains adamantly opposed to signing
whenever she is encountered. Like her pop counterpart Christina Aguilera, Britney
usually allows her henchmen to do most of the work. KRISTANNA LOKEN
Kristanna Loken: She just doesn’t want to be bothered.
Here’s another case of an actor who is blessed with a coveted film role
(she plays the Terminatrix in Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines), but opts
to begin her career with a bad attitude about signing before people really even
know who she is! You would think that the T-3 role would be the happiest moment
of her life and that she would start signing up a storm and bask in her newfound
stardom. Wrong! It appears that Kristanna really doesn’t want to be bothered
by the public, so hopefully she will be forgotten quickly. That will make room
for other up-and-coming actresses who will appreciate their fans!
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