People Reveal Their Most Unusual Celebrity Run-Ins

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People Reveal Their Most Unusual Celebrity Run-Ins

It's always exciting to run unexpectedly into someone you know, but what happens when you bump into someone that everyone knows? Such encounters can be unforgettable, and hopefully, they went great.

But if things turn out to be awkward, then it is the perfect type of story to share with friends over a cup of coffee or something stronger. Or, better yet, the internet - we love to hear about such spicy stories.

Author Lauren Modery, using her Twitter account @Hipstercrite, took the opportunity to ask people on social media to recount their strangest celebrity encounters. The tweet quickly gained over 11K likes, drawing responses that featured celebrities from all walks of fame.

The stories shared showed that everyday places like elevators, airports, amusement parks, and bars are prime locations for these unexpected and often weird meetings with famous faces. These fortunate celebrity encounters were random, humorous, and sometimes a little bit awkward.

People from all over chimed in, offering up their unique stories of meeting well-known personalities in the most unexpected ways. Whether you've had a similar experience or just enjoy hearing about other people's amusing run-ins with celebrities, these stories are sure to entertain.

Take a look at these memorable encounters, have a laugh, and let us know which is your favorite awkward celebrity meeting. Also, if you have had a similar experience, we encourage you to share it with us in the comment section below.

Lauren Modery asked:

Lauren Modery asked:

She shared that she was befriending a celebrity accused of m*rder

She shared that she was befriending a celebrity accused of m*rder

Lauren also said that Jeremy Irons flirted with her

Lauren also said that Jeremy Irons flirted with her

Pulled up at the red light next to Richard Simmons

Pulled up at the red light next to Richard Simmons

Interviewed by Julia Louis-Dreyfus'

Interviewed by Julia Louis-Dreyfus'

Danced with Jeff Goldblum in a parking lot

Danced with Jeff Goldblum in a parking lot

Lifted Weird Al with a lot of help from other celebrities

Lifted Weird Al with a lot of help from other celebrities

Pitch meeting with Richard Dreyfuss went wrong

Pitch meeting with Richard Dreyfuss went wrong

Bath for Whitney Houston

Bath for Whitney Houston

Win-win with Mark Ruffalo

Win-win with Mark Ruffalo

Andre 3000 wants to stay in contact

Andre 3000 wants to stay in contact

Drove Eric Clapton to a strip club

Drove Eric Clapton to a strip club

Dennis Farina asked for plungers

Dennis Farina asked for plungers

Richard Simmons, a true charmer

Richard Simmons, a true charmer

Work and pleasure

Work and pleasure

"Good for you"

Charles Barkley revealed his fortune

Charles Barkley revealed his fortune

Richard Marx asked for a gum

Richard Marx asked for a gum

Mary Taylor Moore's inappropriate response to her fan

Mary Taylor Moore's inappropriate response to her fan

Reese Witherspoon stopped the baby's tantrum

Reese Witherspoon stopped the baby's tantrum

Paul Ryan took a selfie while taking a photo of a family

Paul Ryan took a selfie while taking a photo of a family

Andre, taking photos with his fans

Andre, taking photos with his fans

Neil deGrasse Tyson worries about Bookstore deception

Neil deGrasse Tyson worries about Bookstore deception

"Get down on it" by Willem Dafoe

"Yes my children, it is I, Bill Murray"

Accidentally hit James Bond, thinking he was a robber

Accidentally hit James Bond, thinking he was a robber

Running into a celebrity can be a thrilling, memorable experience, whether it goes smoothly or awkwardly. These encounters often make for the best stories to share with friends or online.

And certainly, these stories are the ones that can't be forgotten. So, tell us, which one was the most interesting for you?

Share your thoughts with us in the comment section below.

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