Write a Fan Letter
Ever wanted to write the perfect note to that certain celebrity you've been crushing on since you were little? Or maybe it's just that you love their books, movies, music etc. Whatever the reason is for you wanting to write, follow these steps to not only get a good idea of what to include in your letter but also improve the chances of your favourite celebrity getting to read what you have to say and consider sending a response back.
Contents
Steps
Sample Fan Letters
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Writing Your Fan Letter
- Start off your letter by giving a little 2-3 sentence introduction about yourself. Don't lie to make it sound better. Consider including some basic details such as your first name, what country/town you're from and your age.
- Don't be afraid to tell a personal anecdote or story about how you were first inspired by their work or what their work means to you. Keep it short.
- At the same time, avoid sharing too many personal details. Even though you might be familiar with this celebrity's work, this is still a stranger you are writing to.
- You may want to start with writing a draft on the computer first and then using the finished draft to write a real letter.
- Say how it is you got to know about them. Was it through a friend? Radio? Maybe it was through a TV show or a movie that you happened to see at the cinema. Whichever it is, include a few sentences about that so that the celebrity will understand the connection.
- Write about how you feel about them. Are they good musicians? Actors/actresses? Do you have a huge crush on them? Tell them, although you might want to hold off on that last one! Express what it is you enjoyed about their work.
- Be specific, honest and sincere with your praise.
- If you're really stuck for ideas on how to approach this, you might find that it helps to check out some online examples of the types of things other celebrity fans have written - just to get an idea.
- Alternately, if it's at all possible, ask somebody you know who's written a fan mail to a celebrity before for inspiration.
- Be sure to include a description of anything that this celebrity has done that personally made an impact on your life in some way. For example, if it's an actor, maybe they played a character in a story that happened to go through something that you personally experienced in your life and could relate to.
- Or maybe you're writing to a singer, and she went through a similar childhood as you, offering you hope.
- Compliment them. Tell them you liked their outfit at the Grammy's, or appreciated how they dealt with criticism or pressure from the media. Everyone likes getting compliments...including celebrities!
- Mention that you'll be hoping for a response. If you want the celebrity's autograph by all means go ahead and ask. But be sure to keep the tone of your letter polite and respectful without coming across as pushy. The celebrity you are writing to is very likely to appreciate it and be more likely to respond.
- You could consider saying something along the lines of "If you could find some time to respond I'd appreciate that, but I'll understand if you don't."
- Don't make up a lie saying you'll die in a month and the only way to cheer you up is to hear from them. That's the wrong kind of attention. Be honest about what you're writing.
- Wish them luck. Make sure to wish the celebrity luck with their future career when ending the letter. Again, this is something that they are highly likely to appreciate.
- You could also consider adding a line about how much you are looking forward to seeing their future work, if you feel that way about them.
- Add 'Yours sincerely' or 'From your biggest fan' at the bottom with your name to be polite. Do not use Lots of Love or Love from, etc. as it might scare the celebrities away from writing back.
- Be sure to include a self-addressed, stamped envelope if you want them to respond back to you. This will help save the celebrity time if it happens that they get to read your letter and consider replying to you. You might also want to consider including an index card - or maybe a published photo of the celebrity you might have around - for the celebrity to write his/her autograph on.
- Find their address and put on a few stamps. Use the internet to locate the address of their agent, publisher, management company, or record label. Label the envelope and send away!
- Some celebrities have their own website. Exploring this will give you a better idea of where to mail your letter.
Tips
- Bear in mind that just because a few days, weeks, months - or even a whole year - might pass without a reply, this doesn't mean for definite that you'll never get one. Response times vary with different celebrities, and often not because of a personal reason. You might discover that one day you're pleasantly surprised.
- Try not to be too disappointed if they don't respond. Celebrities have busy schedules and you do too. You can't expect them to read and respond to every one right?
- Don't embarrass the person you are writing to. Try to refrain from saying things like "I love you! You're so hot! Will you marry me?". It's freaky.
- Always avoid asking personal questions such as the address of where the celebrity lives or asking if they can meet you. It likely won't generate a positive reading response, and will significantly raise the chances of the celebrity not sending a reply.
- Don't write anything too unlike yourself. It just won't sound good.
- Don't make your letter really long.
- Always insert different smilies while writing a letter..& make sure that presentation should be very impressive...compliment them for their work and show them that how much you love them...along with the letter you may also send chocolates or. bouquet of flowers...it works :).
- Don't ask for their personal information or details, it'll come off creepy.
- If you have been to a performance or met them before in person, be sure to include the date and place.
Warnings
- This person may be famous, your hero, idol, etc., but is still a STRANGER. Do not say things such as your school name, social security number (obviously), or anything like that.
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