Yesterday was completely incredible. Absolutely unbelievable. Not only did I go to my first movie premiere EVER, but it was in London. And not only did I get to see Jack Black, Ben Stiller, and Robert Downey Jr., but I got amazing pictures of all of them AND Ben Stiller shook my hand! Seriously, is it time to wake up yet? Because I can’t even believe this is real.
I had my international relations political science class at 9:00 AM. It was the first day of class, so nothing very exciting happened. After class, some people were talking about going to the movie premiere of “Tropic Thunder” at the Oden Theatre in Piccadilly Circus (the Times Square of London). At first I didn’t think I really wanted to go because I thought it was going to be crazy busy and I didn’t want to stand there for several hours just waiting.
As the day went on, I realized I didn’t have anything exciting to do, so I called a gal who was already at the theatre waiting, and she said there was still room by her so I should come. Right after that, I hoped on the tube to Piccadilly Circus and met up with the group. There was only one person between me and the railing, so it was a really awesome spot. Unfortunately, we had to wait for 3 hours for the stars to show up, but it was TOTALLY worth it!
It started to get really crowded around 6:00 PM (because the premiere started at 7:30 PM), but we were determined to keep our fabulous spots so we stood our ground! The stars started to arrive around 7:00. First there was a really cute, blond guy who is apparently a movie star in Britain. Then a British rapper rolled on through. And the big moment arrived: Jack Black was there! Right after him, Ben Stiller arrived! And finally, Robert Downing Jr. was the last to arrive. Ben Stiller was the first big star to reach our group. He asked us where we were from and if we were having a fun time, and we were all like, “YEAH, we are!!”. I got some great shots of him AND he shook my hand. Pretty awesome.
Jack Black came to us next. He was across the carpet talking to the press, so we started screaming his name. He turns around, points to himself as if he was saying, “Me?”, and then runs over in his own, original Jack Black way towards us. He signed some autographs and posed for some pictures too. He was totally hilarious and acts exactly the same as he does in all of his movies.
Robert Downing Jr. didn’t come over to see us, but he definitely made some serious eye contact with our screaming group. In his defense he did arrive late and needed to get into the theatre to be on time for the movie. And seriously, the man is Ironman for crying out loud.
After all the excitement and giggling and screaming, we went to Pizza Hunt and reflected on our unbelievable, random, amazing day. Seriously though, that would’ve never happened in the States. There’s no way we would’ve been that close to them!
Finally, I would just like to say that I dedicate this post to my brother, Jeffie. He thought studying abroad was a dumb idea, but I always argued back and said that I was going to have an unbelievable time in London. So, wait a minute… What are those four little words? …. Hold on…. Oh that’s right… I believe what I’m trying to say is, “I TOLD YOU SO!” Love you, Jeffie. :)
Until next time,
Rachel
5 comments:
Oh my word, you met the star of Nacho Libre!! (did I spell that right?!) oh who cares...what fun! I can't beleive that and so glad you changed your mind and went! Oh, just wait till James finds out, he will be cracking up!!
Well glad this is turning out to be some adventure, I really hope you will be able to get some studying done with everything else going on, HA!!
Love ya, Aunt Nat
Wow! What a seriously cool experience!!!!! I can't believe you just basically stumbled into it! And really....Jack Black AND Ben Stiller????? :)
Keep your eyes open...who knows what kinds of cool things you will be able to be a part of. Keep the updates coming!
Peace,
LB
I can't believe all the things you've done in just a few days. The pictures were great. Keep exploring but take some time to study, after all that's why you're there. It is, isn't it?
It sounds like you're finding your way around quite well. I even recognize some of the places you've mentioned. Probably heard them on Jeopardy.
Stay safe and enjoy.
Aunt Carolyn
Dear Rachel,
I laughed to myself when I read that you'd stood waiting for three hours to see Jack Black and Ben Stiller and all. And in Picad. Square, no less.
For you, London is the city of standing and waiting. Remember -- you and I stood at least that long to watch the huge parade down the Mall when the Queen had her 50th year on the throne. And you cracked up the nice Englishman next to us when he asked you "Did you see the Queen?" and you answered "Yes but I also saw Prince William and he was awesome!" (And he was.)
Keep having fun, dear one. Do some studying (if it fits into your schedule - don't tell your dad I said that) but see London and do all there is to do.
Love an hugs, Grandma Jane
Best Friend!
That is so fantastic! Things like that don't happen here in Indiana, let alone Ball State. Do you just love Jack Black a little more now? I think he is so much fun. I would love to meet him in person. Along with a few other celebrities....McDreamy. ;D
Be on the look out for other celebs walking the streets of London. Doesn't Madonna live there with her fake British accent? Hehehe.
Tessie
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