I, rather inadvertently have become known to a very big sleb (British but a big name globally). I've known him five years now and I admit I do love the fuss I get when I see him! Our paths cross only a handful of times a year but I always get showered in kisses and hugs (I think he's quite fit so no complaints!!). He's invited me to several red carpet and party events on his guest list and I have his PA and PR's numbers if I ever need to contact him.
I'm very ordinary but since knowing this person I've been introduced to many big names and had a small slice of the glitzy lifestyle. I've even been to Hollywood & NYC for different things because of this.
This person is not down to earth at all and has staff for everything (although he's really nice & funny about it so it doesn't seem TOO weird!). He does loads more for charity than anyone realises (just doesn't make a fuss about it like some!) and is ALWAYS gracious to fans in every instance.
The downside is, everyone wants a slice of the pie. I don't tell many people I know this person quite well because when I have done they all want something. He's famously very wealthy and I've actually had people ask me to ask him if he can fund houses, businesses, school fees, cars for them - usually saying 'oh it would be a drop in the ocean for him'. This INFURIATES me no end. I've no idea how famous people deal with that all the time! I'd rather gouge my own eyes out than ask ANYONE for money!
Just to add - although most celebs I've met (usually via this person) have been just lovely, there are three names that, despite their jolly public personas, are absolutely when the cameras are off VILE!!