I got a story for you. Most of us have done it…….mistake someone for someone else. I have done it a couple times in my life. Well, I recently did it again AND in an outrageous way.
I was at BRICK CrossFit in West Hollywood taking my first class. If you haven’t done it yet, let me give you a heads up – it’s brutal. I walk into class and see a guy who I (think) know so I smile and wave. He gives a polite smile back. How do I know him? I had no idea. I’m racking my brain during the entire class. How do I know him? It’s killing me. I start going down the list of my regular jaunts. Starbucks, grocery store, bank, etc….. No clue. In the end, this turned out to be a good thing as it kept my mind occupied during the most grueling workout in my life. Yes, the most intense workout. AND, I ran a marathon and boxed for three years. Anyway, I digress….back to the story.
I could not figure it out. At the end of class, when everyone separated and found some private space to stretch and cool down, I walked over to him and introduced myself. I realize now that it wasn’t the best time to strike up a conversation as we’re both sweating profusely and having trouble catching our breath. The conversation went quick.
Me: “Hi. You look so familiar. I know we’ve met but I’m not sure where.
Guy: “Hmmm, I’m sorry but I don’t think I know you.”
Me: “Do you work in the neighborhood? Starbucks, perhaps? I know I know you. “
Guy: “Ahh, no. CBS”
Me: “Ohh, CVS. Yes, that’s it. I’m there all the time. ”
Guy: “No, I work at CBS.”
Me: “Ohh, CBS.” (By this time, I feel a tad stupid but it doesn’t end there…I keep going. I’m sure you can guess how this plays out.) “What do you do?”
Guy: “I’m an actor.”
Me: “Me too!”
Guy: “Are you familiar with the show ‘CSI: New York’?”
Me: “Yes, of course. (Then it hit me like a ton of bricks.) Ohhh, I know who you are – you’re fabulous. Ahhhh, sorry to bother you. I guess I don’t know you.
We both chuckled. He was a good sport about it. Ladies and gentlemen, the guy was Hill Harper. He plays Dr. Sheldon Hawkes on the hit CBS drama series, CSI: NY.
I WAS mortified….at first…but then you just have to laugh at yourself. As I limped home (yes, I was already feeling pain.), I replayed the incident in my head. I laughed all the way home. It’s important to laugh at yourself. I need to do this in this business. There’s a reason they say laughter is the best medicine. Check out all the health benefits.
Tags: BRICK CrossFit, Hill Harper, to laugh at yourself, West Hollywood
Regardless, you still made an impression, and in this business, impressions are important.
This is a true example of the Kristin Martell I know and yet another reason why she WILL succeed in this biz!!! Keep damning the odds my love!