I met Daniel Craig at Tom Ford
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Sometimes life is about blind luck...
The day started out simple enough with my wife and I arriving in New York City to do a few errands and enjoy the crisp weather. As happens we found ourselves walking to build up hunger for our lunch which was still a few hours away. As we walked we realized we were by the Tom Ford store and as we hadn't been there since August we figured we would stop in. Actually, I have to give credit where credit is due...my wife pushed me to try on the SkyFall Glen Plaid so in we went. We were warmly greater by our good friend Mario Lopez with a hug as I began to start wandering around. We were talking about the collection when Mario leaned into me and whispered, "He's here...." For a Good ten seconds I thought he meant Tom Ford himself but he quickly corrected me..."no, David...Daniel Craig is here." Now I have to tell you his words did not process right away and I remember saying something stupid but Mario offered me an Expresso and my wife some water and we walked into the woman's collection. And there he was picking out clothes for his wife after building a small pile of clothes for himself. We were the only ones in the store and I tried to play it cool by following my wife around the collection. She was the picture of cool and collected while I tried my very best not to bust my eyeball by looking out of the corner of my eye. He was dressed in a jeans jacket, Levi's jeans and Skye Crockett and Jones. He was taller than I expected and let me tell you I will never compare my build to him again....the guy looked jacked. Ultimately we exchanged some nods in the men's sections, the type of nods of acknowledgement of etiquette. Now, this is the point where I didnt want to look like a stalker or creep or whatever but as Mario couldn't introduce me I was convinced by others that I should at least introduce myself. So, mustering up every bit of courage and destroying all shame I approached him as he was leaving. He walked right toward me ( probably because I was blocking his way) and said, " Mr Craig, I am a big fan and respect your work. Would you mind if my wife took a picture of us together?" He looked at me and smiled and said, " aw, you know...I would rather not". I replied back quickly, " I absolutely respect that...but just so you know thanks for the work you have done." He thrust out his hand and shook mine stating, " thanks, THAT I really appreciate that...take care..." And that was that. He was gracious and kind and I felt a pang of guilt interrupting his privacy but I knew this would never ever happen again, and as he has been such a focus of my hobby I had to at least greet him. I was a little gutted not getting a pic but knowing how he feels about pictures it was just as well...and regardless I have my brush with Daniel Craig. Very surreal. One last thing...this was all plain dumb luck. I had no heads up or call or notice...kismet.
The day started out simple enough with my wife and I arriving in New York City to do a few errands and enjoy the crisp weather. As happens we found ourselves walking to build up hunger for our lunch which was still a few hours away. As we walked we realized we were by the Tom Ford store and as we hadn't been there since August we figured we would stop in. Actually, I have to give credit where credit is due...my wife pushed me to try on the SkyFall Glen Plaid so in we went. We were warmly greater by our good friend Mario Lopez with a hug as I began to start wandering around. We were talking about the collection when Mario leaned into me and whispered, "He's here...." For a Good ten seconds I thought he meant Tom Ford himself but he quickly corrected me..."no, David...Daniel Craig is here." Now I have to tell you his words did not process right away and I remember saying something stupid but Mario offered me an Expresso and my wife some water and we walked into the woman's collection. And there he was picking out clothes for his wife after building a small pile of clothes for himself. We were the only ones in the store and I tried to play it cool by following my wife around the collection. She was the picture of cool and collected while I tried my very best not to bust my eyeball by looking out of the corner of my eye. He was dressed in a jeans jacket, Levi's jeans and Skye Crockett and Jones. He was taller than I expected and let me tell you I will never compare my build to him again....the guy looked jacked. Ultimately we exchanged some nods in the men's sections, the type of nods of acknowledgement of etiquette. Now, this is the point where I didnt want to look like a stalker or creep or whatever but as Mario couldn't introduce me I was convinced by others that I should at least introduce myself. So, mustering up every bit of courage and destroying all shame I approached him as he was leaving. He walked right toward me ( probably because I was blocking his way) and said, " Mr Craig, I am a big fan and respect your work. Would you mind if my wife took a picture of us together?" He looked at me and smiled and said, " aw, you know...I would rather not". I replied back quickly, " I absolutely respect that...but just so you know thanks for the work you have done." He thrust out his hand and shook mine stating, " thanks, THAT I really appreciate that...take care..." And that was that. He was gracious and kind and I felt a pang of guilt interrupting his privacy but I knew this would never ever happen again, and as he has been such a focus of my hobby I had to at least greet him. I was a little gutted not getting a pic but knowing how he feels about pictures it was just as well...and regardless I have my brush with Daniel Craig. Very surreal. One last thing...this was all plain dumb luck. I had no heads up or call or notice...kismet.
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Really cool you met Mr. Bond. Even cooler he was at Tom Ford to get outfitted.
Of course the other option was to play dumb and seek his sartorial advice as if he was a regular Joe - that would probably have fuelled his need to tell you who he was
I had that once with someone I genuinely had know idea who they were (although i kinda had i know the face feeling) and when I told my kids who I had shared my flight with they went mad and asked why I had not go an autograph or picture doh). Funny thing I was an extra on one of his series some years later! Its a funny old world.
By the way and more importantly you never said - did you buy the suit?
Cheers
"Mantis! What an honour to meet you...I love your work on The Bond Experience, Bond Lifestyle and AJB..."
You mean you let DC distract you!
More than you'd get for Cyprus!
DC probably has credit anyway because if he is seen in any TF kit means they make a few bucks from him as everyone goes and buys the same kit!
By the way Mantis hats off to you sir penny just dropped that you are the dude behind the other JB sites i have been a long time admirer (any chance of a photo?).
Frankly DC should have been asking you for a photo who did he think he was talking too!
Respect to you sir!
I've heard from acquaintances/friends in the entertainment industry that the camera always makes people look at least 10lbs heavier than they are on screen... maybe that's why we really can't see how built he truly is without seeing him in person.
I never know how to act when you run into a celebrity. I got to be honest, I somewhat got starstruck even through your post. If I ever met Ryan Gosling I'd probably have a heart attack.
Tiffany Case: And which do you prefer?
James Bond: Well, as long as the collars and cuffs match...
Fair one so you are the face of the sites while Remmert works in the shadows B-)
Respect to you both for some great work on some top quality sites!
Cheers
Yes it does for a novice like me
Cheers!
P.S just wish I had your expense account and understanding wife with all kit you have
"hey, arn't all Tom Ford sales people supposed to be dressed in suits? Eh, nevermind, do you have this in a 40 R"