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Simon News, Articles, Info - Part 1
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| kabuky |
Date: Tuesday, 16-Jul-13, 6:17 PM | Message # 1021 |
 Surfie
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Quote (DS_Pallas) " I've interviewed celebs for a long time and he is one of the nicest. Very down to earth."
I was lucky enough to have met Simon. ( I basically stalked him all day long during a shoot on the street). It was a hot long day for him (he had been on set for hours when I arrived at 9am) and was finally off duty at 4:30 pm. He was gracious to all, goofed off with the staff, was respectful and attentive to the director and all staff, patient and gracious to all who approached him. Low key, quiet, but observing everything that was going on. When extras came to him at the end of the day and asked him if they could take pictures with him, he immediately was warm, friendly and welcomed them with big smiles, hugs and "of course I will pose with you! Thanks for your efforts today!" He also gave me a big hug without my asking him - just a very nice man who is very masculine while at the same time gentle and warm. He easily switches from take charge masculinity to warm and gentle - I can see how he easily melds into so many environments and situations as he reads his environment and people very well and gives everyone equal respect. |
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| KathyF |
Date: Tuesday, 16-Jul-13, 6:24 PM | Message # 1022 |
 Rip Snorter
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Kabuky, how lucky you are to have met Simon. I would love to meet him just once in my life! |
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| beautyfulbabyboy |
Date: Tuesday, 16-Jul-13, 6:35 PM | Message # 1023 |
 True Blue
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Lucky Kabuky!
Your experience surely sounds like the Simon we all love! |
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| beautyfulbabyboy |
Date: Tuesday, 16-Jul-13, 6:42 PM | Message # 1024 |
True Blue
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Basque, if you want to watch "I Give It A Year" you might want to try this link:
IGIAY
Quality is not great, but it works - at least it did... |
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| justlook3 |
Date: Tuesday, 16-Jul-13, 6:56 PM | Message # 1025 |
 Bee's Knees
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Wow, so jealous! But such a lovely story kabuky! It's so nice to hear how kind and patient he was when you could easily excuse being tired and cranky! He is only human after all and we all have those moments. Poor celebs though. If they're having a human moment they get written off as rude or something. (Obviously some of them are rude and demanding but I bet most of them are just normal people) |
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| Wand6122360 |
Date: Tuesday, 16-Jul-13, 7:08 PM | Message # 1026 |
Bee's Knees
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Thank you for the lovely story about Simon, kabuky. |
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| Deedee |
Date: Tuesday, 16-Jul-13, 10:51 PM | Message # 1027 |
 Bee's Knees
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Thank you for telling us your lovely story of meeting Simon, Kabuky. He sounds such a good person and how lucky for you to meet him and have a hug as well. |
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| bee |
Date: Wednesday, 17-Jul-13, 7:33 AM | Message # 1028 |
 Fair Dinkum
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You are so lucky Kabuky, a hug from our favourite man, Oh My!! Knowing that I'll never meet Simon makes me a little sad but it's lovely to hear from people who have met him and to have confirmed what a nice, caring man he is. |
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| Tina |
Date: Wednesday, 17-Jul-13, 3:21 PM | Message # 1029 |
 Fair Dinkum
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You are so lucky kabuky. That proofs again what a wonderful person he is and how he cares
about people. |
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| DS_Pallas |
Date: Wednesday, 17-Jul-13, 6:26 PM | Message # 1030 |
 Fair Dinkum
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Thanks kabuky for this insight. Really nice man. |
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| marta75 |
Date: Wednesday, 17-Jul-13, 10:04 PM | Message # 1031 |
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Kabuky, it's nice of you to share this experience with us : I think Simon is a very fascinating man. |
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| kabuky |
Date: Thursday, 18-Jul-13, 4:57 AM | Message # 1032 |
Surfie
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One never knows who one might meet if given the right opportunity; I certainly never thought I'd meet the man let alone get a very warm, sincere hug. Just a really nice human that practices what he preaches-"let a smile be your umbrella". He is instantly likable and unassuming yet was very much the "go-to" person on the set. He obviously has authority on the set but chooses not to use it. Crew members both male and female interacted casually with him all day long (a long, hot Friday) and all of the staff treated each other with respect (mirroring the way Simon "the star" treated everyone); crew had fun, enjoyed what they were doing and worked like a well oiled machine, problem solving all the while in the unique outdoor environment. One could tell who the regular crew persons were and who were the temporary security and extra hires as the temps were busy attempting to throw their weight around while the regular crew treated fans with respect and answered questions about lighting, production, sound systems, etc. When a local SEE's candy store gave Simon a luscious 5 lb box of premium chocolates, he was more than gracious. WHen she left, he took ONE piece and set the rest down to share with all the crew. A very nice, normal, laid back individual who seemed to look out for everyone on the set and liked by all. |
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| KathyF |
Date: Thursday, 18-Jul-13, 6:59 AM | Message # 1033 |
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Thank you for sharing that beautiful insight into a truly decent, hardworking man. |
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| Fran |
Date: Thursday, 18-Jul-13, 8:49 AM | Message # 1034 |
 Fair Dinkum
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Thanks kabuky, I remember reading of your amazing meeting with Simon and others while they were filming, I seem to remember it was Season 3 Episode 1. You provide great insight into Simon and when I created this site I was tempted to post some of your comments in the 'Close Encounters' section but didn't like to do it without your permission. Is it OK if I now post the comments you've made here as an entry in that section? |
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| June |
Date: Thursday, 18-Jul-13, 8:27 PM | Message # 1035 |
 Bee's Knees
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There's no Emmy nomination for Simon or another member of The Mentalist. It's what expected but I would have liked to see Simon finally on the list. Damn it!  |
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