How to Date a Celebrity: Apps, Networking, & More

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Many people dream of dating a celebrity. However, you might not be sure how to meet and date a famous person. Thankfully, dating apps, social media, and old-fashioned networking can help you find the celebrity love of your life. Keep reading for the best ways to meet, attract, and date a celebrity. Plus, learn what it’s like to date a famous person as a non-celebrity!

Best Ways to Date Famous People

  • Join dating apps celebrities use, such as Raya and Tinder.
  • Follow celebrities on social media and keep your account public.
  • Move to a celebrity hub like Los Angeles or New York and network to meet celebs.
  • Get a job in the same industry as the celebrities you want to pursue.
  • Don’t stalk or harass a celebrity—if they reject you, it’s best to move on.
Section 1 of 4:

How to Meet & Start Dating a Celebrity

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  1. Many celebrities have been spotted on Raya , an exclusive dating and networking app launched in 2015, including Demi Lovato, Drew Barrymore, Joe Jonas, and Lil Nas X. Alternatively, join apps like Tinder and Bumble and look for famous matches—especially in big cities like LA, NYC, and London. [1]
    • To join Raya, you must be nominated by two current users and pass an anonymous peer review to be accepted—only 8% of applicants are reportedly accepted to Raya. You can apply more than once if other members nominate you again. [2]
    • Be wary of catfish or scam profiles posing as a celebrity. Try to video chat with matches to make sure they are who they claim—and never send money or revealing photos to someone you haven’t met in real life.
  2. Communicating with a celebrity online can be a great way to initiate contact without appearing like a stalker. If you have a compelling online presence and a large following, the celebrity may notice your account when you follow or like their posts. [3]
    • Follow celebrities on platforms like X (formerly known as Twitter), Instagram, and Snapchat. Make sure your account is public so they can see who you are.
    • Write the celebrity a brief, sincere message in a comment or DM. Be respectful and authentic—celebrities get thousands of messages, and they can’t reply to them all. Some famous people have teams who review their messages for them.
    • Tag them in relevant posts or stories. For example, if you go to a concert or movie they’re in, you can tag them in a positive post about it. Don’t overdo it—you don’t want to seem like a stalker or be blocked.
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  3. Try to contact a celebrity through their agent or manager. Or, see if the celebrity has posted their email online. Consider writing a letter instead of an email if they have a public address for fan mail.
    • Agencies and managers are not matchmaking services, so they may not connect you with a celebrity.
    • Don't call a celebrity if you find their phone number online—they may view it as an invasion of their privacy. [4]
  4. Try to win a date with your celebrity by entering a contest. Besides contests that are free to enter, some celebrities participate in charity auctions where the winner gets to go on a date (or meet and greet) with them. Of course, these auctions require spending money.
    • Try to find contests on your celebrity's website, other trustworthy websites, and magazines.
    • For example, eBay for Charity partners with Homes For Our Troops to auction in-person and virtual meet-and-greet experiences with celebrities like Jason Bateman, Bryan Cranston, and Will Ferrell. [5]
  5. Increase your chances of running into a celebrity by living in a city like New York, Los Angeles, or Vancouver, says celebrity matchmaker Alessandra Conti. [6] Work in an industry with many celebrities, like entertainment. Respect their privacy if they don’t want to interact with you.
    • Try to see if you can run into them at one of these places:
      • Awards shows and charity events.
      • College, if you attend the same one.
      • Parties thrown by celebrities or bars and clubs where celebrities hang out.
      • Restaurants where celebrities eat, like LA’s Sushi Park. [7]
      • Stores where celebrities shop, like Erewhon. [8]
  6. Be aware that most celebrities date other famous people, but not always in the same industry. [9] Famous people may be attracted to other celebrities who also live in the public eye. Increase your chances of attracting a celebrity by becoming famous at one of these jobs:
  7. Remember that you always run the risk of rejection when you ask someone on a date. Keep in mind that a lot of people want to date celebrities, and some celebrities may be wary of dating a fan. If your efforts fail, try again with another celebrity.
    • Remember that you can still learn a lot about dating from trying to attract a celebrity, even if they reject you. [10]
    • Alternatively, try to date someone less famous. Remember that you'll be up against enormous competition if you try to date one of the most famous celebrities.
    • Try to change your mindset. If your ultimate goal is just to date someone famous, you might pick someone who isn’t right for you. Instead, think of dating a celebrity as looking for someone successful, passionate about their career, and influential, advises Conti. [11]
  8. Stalking is not attractive to anyone and can be against the law. Harassment, whether online or in person, is also wrong. Stalking a celebrity will probably freak them out and may get you arrested. [12]
    • Don't contact celebrities constantly online, by mail, or in person.
    • Don't make any sexual advances or objectify them—it’s not a compliment.
    • Don't stare or hover around them.
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Section 2 of 4:

Going on a Date with a Celebrity

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  1. It will likely be different than a date with a non-famous individual. Because of their fame, you may face issues like clamoring fans, nerves, and feelings of inadequacy. Keep these tips in mind to have the best date you can: [13]
    • Be aware that lots of people might ask your celebrity date for an autograph or picture.
    • Consider going somewhere discrete where you're less likely to draw the attention of the public. Some possible options include the museum, a cooking class, an arcade, or your local ice cream parlor.
    • Make sure to act confident even if you're nervous about dating a celebrity.
    • Be yourself. Remember that you've caught the attention of a celebrity if they choose to go on a date with you. Don't exaggerate, boast, or lie—even if you're nervous and intimidated by your celebrity date.
  2. Be positive and smile naturally. Don't complain about things that are wrong with your life. Instead, be humorous . Laughing and telling jokes can help to lighten the mood and break the ice between the two of you.
    • Show your date that you're interested by listening to them. Feel free to compliment their work, but don't ask about celebrity gossip.
  3. Don't betray their trust if you want to keep dating. Breaking their trust could turn them off instantly and could possibly land you into big trouble because of unwanted negative attention. The same goes for posting them on your social media without their permission. [14]
    • Respect any boundaries they put on the privacy of your relationship, as you would with any partner.
    • Don't give the impression that you’re dating them just because they’re a celebrity. Show them you're interested in the real person by asking about more than their fame or work. [15]
  4. Remember that celebrities are people too, and they’ll like you best when you’re your most authentic self. Don’t let the hype around their celebrity status change the way you dress, talk, or behave. Just like any other potential significant other, it’s best to be honest about who you are, while also showing off the best version of yourself—kind, funny, and confident!
    • While learning about a celebrity, you might realize you don’t have any shared interests or values. That may be a sign they’re not for you—don’t change who you are to fit them!
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Do celebrities date normal people?

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  1. While many famous people exclusively date other famous people, plenty of celebrities date and marry non-famous people. Finding a special connection with someone transcends fame: childhood friends, non-famous coworkers, and fans have found love with celebrities. [16] Below are some examples:
    • Singer Lana Del Rey and her husband Jeremy Dufrene
    • Comedian Seth Meyers and his wife Alexi Ashe
    • Actor Taylor Lautner and his wife Taylor Dome
    • Actress Ellen Pompeo and her husband Chris Ivery
    • Actor Matt Damon and his wife Luciana Barroso
    • Actor Eddie Redmayne and his wife Hannah Bagshawe
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Is it a good idea to date a celebrity?

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  1. The pros are that they are likely to be charismatic, financially stable, and talented. The cons include invasive media, fans, and paparazzi, as well as dealing with gossip and rumors about the celebrity cheating or having affairs. You may also get hate online for dating the celebrity if fans decide they don’t like you.
    • Be prepared for everything in your relationship to become public. Being in the public eye comes with being in a relationship with a celebrity.
    • Remember that people will probably gossip about you and your relationship with a celebrity. Expect that most of this gossip will not be true.
    • Don't believe the lies that the media puts out about celebrities. When people start gossiping about you and your relationship with a celebrity, ignore them and focus on your celebrity partner whom you have unconditional love and respect for.
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      • Remember that your celebrity's public persona might not be their actual personality. Don't be surprised if your celebrity acts very differently in person. [17]
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      • If a celebrity musician comes to your city, consider going to their concert and buying VIP passes to meet them. It's expensive, but you'll have a chance to see if you hit it off with them.
      • When you first meet a celebrity, don't talk to them like you know everything about them. They may be creeped out, especially because they don't know you yet.
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      To date a celebrity, try following and messaging them on social media to see if they reach out to you. You can also try sending them a letter or email expressing your interest in them. If you want to meet your celebrity crush in person, go to restaurants, bars, and events that celebrities always go to so you can increase your chances of running into them. If you do run into your celebrity crush, remember to play it cool and act confident when you talk to them. To learn how to make yourself attractive to a celebrity, scroll down!

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