Actor/Comedian/Future Host of Late Night Seth Meyers

I've said it once, and I'll say it again: Nights like these are what keep me going in this hobby. One of my all-time favorite comedians, Seth Meyers was going to be at Uconn for a stand up show. To start off, I had gotten to the venue before the act for once(at least I thought at the time), but had a lot of time to kill. I decided to walk around the building a number of times(a rather large building), and for a long time it was going well until I turned the corner at one point and saw a car that wasn't at the stage door prior to my last trip around. It wasn't the typical celebrity ride, so I wasn't sure exactly if it was Seth's car, but at the end of the night it turned out to be.

If you remember from a lot of my other entries, I have NEVER gotten an act at Jorgensen before the show. In fact the only time I have gotten anyone before a show was when I got Kendrick Lamar and Steve Aoki back in the Spring(that event was in the Pavilion). I was annoyed that I missed Seth before the show because I was the only one out there at any given point.

Flash forward to after the show. I go back to my spot and there are AT LEAST 50 people waiting in a line. It was insane. I feel like this was in part my fault because when I met Donald Glover last fall nobody really knew about the spot until they saw me and another guy I know, then when I saw Kenan Thompson, the crowd was much bigger than Glover, and tonight was literally just incredible. I was just thinking the entire way home, "I have created a monster, that eventually will make my 'graphing attempts fail."

Anyways, when Seth came out, the crowd cheered, and he ran over to the end of the line.

He said,"I'll just run down the line because I have to get back to New York for a play!" He then proceeded to run down the line slapping everyone's hand. When he got to me, I held out my photo and marker. He bypassed it, and I think he just missed it. He got to the end of the line, started walking to his car, and I gave it one more shot. He heard me, turned around, ran over to just me, signed my photo quickly, waved and was on his way. I am so happy that the time paid off, and him coming back over to me is a memory that I will have forever.

I meet a lot of cool people, but I truly enjoy Seth's work, and he could have easily just waved and been on his way. I can't wait to see him in his biggest gig ever when he becomes the host of Late Night next year when Jimmy Fallon moves up to The Tonight Show.

As far as the show goes, he KILLED his set, and had the crowd laughing the entire time. He talked about politics, his new marriage, and even did some Weekend Update stuff.

Total Autographs for 2013:935

One of my favorite Seth Meyers videos:

B.o.B. and Ace Hood 10/6/13

This Sunday marked the return of a concert to my campus, and for weeks I had been waiting in anticipation to see B.o.B. and Ace Hood perform, as well as to meet them.

I ended up going with one of my friends from work, which was really good, because I probably would have gone crazy waiting the amount of time I did for them to show up. We got to campus around 1, expecting them to pop up around 3-4. The plan was to meet them, get something to eat, then head back for the concert. As many of you may know, this hobby often throws curve balls, and the plan ended up not going how we thought whatsoever.

After waiting a long time, we just decided to call it quits for a while and get something to eat. We were actually able to eat where there was a view of the dressing room, so if we did miss them coming in there would still be a chance. After killing time eating, they had still not shown up, so we decided to just walk around for a while longer.

The concert was set to kick off at 7:00, but by 6:30  neither artist  had shown up yet. We decided to just cut our losses(time mostly) and just get in line to get in. The line was ridiculously long, and all of a sudden my buddy Dennis said he saw a blacked-out Escalade go around the corner. We walked over quickly to see what was going on, and it was actually what seemed to be a manager/crew heading in. None of the people were the artists, but we knew that they would most likely be arriving soon after, so we went back to our original spot. 5 minutes passed, and an identical vehicle pulled in. Another minute or so went by, the driver opened the door, and Ace Hood stepped out. He came right over to us when I asked him, and he was as cool as can be. He had no problem signing my two CD's.


Another 5 minutes passed, and a huge Mercedes van pulled in, and it was obvious that Bobby Ray was arriving. He stayed in the van for maybe ten minutes, then came out and signed no problem as well. He even chatted with us. He was really nice to us, which I had heard would be the case, but may also have to do with what was going on in the van.

All in all it was a long day, but we got to see an amazing concert, meet two great artists, and accomplished what we came to do.

Total Autographs for 2013: 934

Here are each guys' biggest hits if you don't know them. If you are a kid or sensitive to language, please don't watch(Airplanes doesn't have any bad language):

Patriots Cornerback Kyle Arrington 10/1/13

I know it has been a while since I've posted something for the readers, but I'm finally back! Not that there have been many opportunities, but even if there were, I have been incredibly busy with my junior year of school, and when I'm not doing school work I'm usually at my job so there just isn't much time for 'graphing. Luckily for me I finally found an event that could fit into my schedule.

A few weeks back someone I knew a little bit from high school said that Kyle Arrington would be signing at a benefit that went towards a local football team. It wasn't free, but hey I'm not exactly pouring money into the hobby these days anyway. I thought I would be able to rack this event, but it was actually pretty strictly run. I probably could have gotten 2 and been scolded, but it just wasn't worth it.

There was also a raffle for a signed pair of sneakers worn by him, so maybe I will get lucky with that.

Kyle was very nice, and really enjoyed the photo I brought. He seemed really humble, because he was literally introducing himself to everyone.

I was happy to go to this because I only get 3-4 chances every year to meet football players.

If things go the way I hope I will have new entries up Sunday, and another in about 2 weeks.

Total Autographs for 2013: 930

Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer Geno Auriemma 9/3/13

About 2 weeks or so ago, I got a text from my cousin that Uconn Head Coach, and Hall of Famer Geno Auriemma would be signing autographs 20 minutes away from my house to promote a new package store in the area. He has a line of wines, so this is actually a common occurrence throughout the area, but this was the first one I could make it to.

The only issue surrounding this was that I'm only 20, so obviously I wouldn't have been able to go into the store, and I had the brilliant idea of shaving my beard this weekend, so I was not exactly looking 21+. I brought my dad with me, but age would not matter even a little since there was a tent set up outside the store in the parking lot. Thankfully in 6 months, I will be able to 'graph the casino floor at Mohegan, and other events like this without even wondering.

Anyways, Geno came out exact at the scheduled time which was nice, and he seemed pretty happy to be there. My regular readers will remember that I met him on > 6/20/12 and > 6/19/13.

We each got one item signed, and I was thrilled to finally get the 39-0 Sports Illustrated signed:

The "Perfect Season" Sports Illustrated is such a busy cover, so I just went with the gold Sharpie that the store had for him. I'm going to add some of the girls on it as I see them.

Total Autographs for 2013: 929

2012&2013 ACM Vocal Duo of the Year, Thompson Square 9/1/13

It is fair season in New England, and while working/being at school a lot caused me to miss some really big names/groups in the last few weeks, I had a chance last night to finally meet another music act( the last was The Goo Goo Dolls way back in the Spring).

Thompson Square was playing a few minutes away from my house. I got to the fair a few hours before the show, and to my surprise there were 4-5 other people trying to get them. There was great access by the bus(we were behind a fence, but were mere feet away, and had a great view.) We were told that they wouldn't sign unless in was at the Meet and Greet which goes towards a charity they greatly support. I held out for a while, but just decided that I would do the Meet and Greet. I usually don't pay for autographs, because it somewhat defeats the whole idea of ' 'graphing' ', but it was for a good charity, and my chances at meeting anyone have been dwindling, and will be almost non-existent until basketball season, so it was worth it.

Both Keifer and Shawna were extremely nice, and signed whatever people had. I got 4 photos signed, plus a free one that was included with the Meet and Greet. They also had a photographer taking photos of everyone, so hopefully I can get that eventually.

Their show afterwards was VERY good. If you like country music it was fantastic.

The crowd was actually really big, here is a photo from the duo's official twitter account:

          thanks for an awesome night Woodstock !!! pic.twitter.com/MGJkWftS5M

                       — thompson square (@thompsonsquare) September 2, 2013

Total Autographs for 2013:927

Pawtucket Vs. Syracuse(Nationals) 8/28/13

I attended what will be my last (regular season) game last night at McCoy. Syracuse was in town, which meant that I could finish up some leftover cards from their last trip through.

I got to the stadium as gates opened, and luckily, the Syracuse pitchers were throwing.

At that time, I was able to get 2 guys that I had cards of.

Erik Davis:

Ryan Tatusko:

Just a few minutes later, former Tampa Bay Ray, Will Rhymes popped out of the dugout, and he was nice enough to sign a ball I had on me:

Nobody on Syracuse signed after the game. I did get a few Sox after the game.

The best was Jackie Bradley Jr. I didn't have any items left for him since the season is finishing, so I just got him on my ticket:

Unfortunately, I forgot my Bryce Brentz cards at home, but also got him on a ticket:

The only other autographs I got were 2013 Red Sox, Jose De La Torre, and Jonathan Diaz:

Nobody on Syracuse signed after. I called out to Rhymes, Lowe, Marrero, and a few others.

I should be able to make it to at least one playoff game. I'll see what I can work in now that school has started back up.

Total Autographs for 2013: 917

Pawtucket Vs. Scranton-Wilkes Barre (Yankees) 8/25/13

I got out of work at 4 yesterday, and Pawtucket was playing at 6:05. Knowing that it was impossible to get anything before the game, I figured I would just see what I could get afterwards, since we still have season tickets to use up anyway.

I didn't have anything for the Yankees because it is the end of the season, and I don't feel like having anything left over when it is over.

Dellin Betances came over to us by the buses, but he wouldn't do a white sheet. I didn't expect him to, but it would have been nice to get him.

A few Red Sox guys signed, but the only one that I saw and wanted wanted was Red Sox #2 Prospect, Jackie Bradley Jr. His girlfriend was with him this time, and he was really nice.

I think I might go to Wednesday's game after school, and that will probably be my last one until the playoffs.

Total Autographs for 2013: 909