We met the actress who played Weezie on the Jeffersons, standing in line with us at DisneyWorld years back. No biggie for either of us, but a pleasant encounter.
Met NASCAR driver Michael Waltrip while we were each paying our bill at a Cracker Barrel. I acted like starstruck teenager, and he's not even that big a deal. My spouse was chatty and charming. I was a nitwit.
Met TV race announcer Jeff Hammond in an elevator. He was extremely charming, made his wife hold all his stuf so he could autograph pictures for everyone. I didn't get stupid this time.
Met Blackhawks' coach Denis Savard a few times. We chatted, he's a good guy.
Years back, met then White Sox manager Tony LaRussa in a bar. He bought drinks.
Met Bill Veeck back at old Comiskey while I was buying tickets, late in winter when no one was around. He invited me and my sidekick to join him for lunch. We had to get back to work. I will regret that decision forever.
Ran into then Governor Jim Thompson on the street one evening. It's a good story for another time.
That's a pretty short list.
Who have you encountered?