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People Share Their Celebrity Stories, Ranging from Horror to Cool
Title: Celebrity Encounters: Servers Spill The Beans on Famous Diners
In a recent inquiry on Reddit, restaurant staff were invited to share their experiences with celebrity patrons, and the stories that emerged are as diverse as the stars themselves. While some tales lean towards the entertaining side, others reveal a less-than-glamorous view of celebrity behavior. Here’s a collection of the most noteworthy encounters that servers had with famous faces.
- A server recalled when the Golden State Warriors took over the restaurant and promised their team would be generous with tips. Instead, the group made a mess and left a meager 5 percent gratuity. The restaurant owners had to step in and compensate the staff to ease the mood.
2. In a humorous twist, one server shared their experience with chef Robert Irvine, not realizing who he was. A light-hearted exchange about cooking turned into a memorable story once they discovered he was a celebrity chef back in the kitchen.
3. One server disclosed that rapper Drake has a habit of extending his visits well past closing time but balances it out with generous tips, making the late nights worthwhile.
4. On a brighter note, actor Paul Rudd surprised staff at a Michelin-star restaurant by bringing a karaoke machine and genuinely thanking every employee with a generous tip at the end of the evening.
5. Some celebrities come with unique challenges, like basketball star Yao Ming, who simply couldn’t fit into any chairs in the establishment.
6. Comedy actor Rainn Wilson had a pleasant demeanor when he dined in a low-key manner, leaving an impressive tip without making a fuss.
7. Politician Marco Rubio allegedly had a reputation for poor tipping, with some servers refusing to serve him due to his habit of not engaging with staff and leaving minimal gratuity.
8. A past encounter with rapper 50 Cent turned out positively, with the server enjoying a chat before discovering his identity, culminating in a generous tip that left a lasting impression.
9. Former vice president Dick Cheney is said to be less generous at the tip jar, which might raise some eyebrows given his wealth.
10. Kat Von D became infamous for her zero-tip decision after writing out a tip and crossing it off.
11. Tyler Perry made a server’s first experience unforgettable due to his rapid-fire ordering and modifications but compensated them well, leaving a hefty tip on a meal that was comped.
12. An embarrassing moment occurred when a server mistook Selena Gomez for someone else, only to later learn it was indeed her after she left a solid tip.
13. Political commentator Tucker Carlson reported a tendency to leave below-average tips, leading to a mix of server sentiments.
14. While not from the restaurant scene, a story from the early ’90s detailed actress Elizabeth Shue secretly adding a substantial amount to a friend’s account without revealing her identity.
15. Michael Bublé was labeled as difficult by one staff member, who recounted a confrontation asking them if they knew who he was.
16. A group of Baltimore Ravens players left quite the impression — albeit a negative one — after reportedly upsetting other diners and not tipping at all.
17. Mark Zuckerberg and his wife were described as quite down-to-earth, leaving a standard 20% tip and blending in with the crowd.
18. Kenny G’s late-night visit left staff exhausted, as he lingered until dawn, leaving a mere 15% tip.
19. Country star Kacey Musgraves was highlighted for her considerate behavior, ensuring her dining experience was pleasant for the staff and leaving a proper tip.
Each anecdote reveals a side of celebrity life that often contrasts with the glamorous image portrayed in the media. From the generous to the disappointing, the experiences shared by servers paint a vivid picture of what it’s like to cater to the stars. If you’ve got your own celebrity story—good or bad—feel free to share your experience. Who knows? It might be featured in a future article.
