My friend and I arrived at 6:30 in the morning. We made a made dash to score our spot on Main Street in front of the train station. It was a sweet
spot because none of the cast would have to deal with interviews (the cameras were further up)
We met some terrific people, we played Pirates Monopoly and just chilled (or sweated to be more accurate) until 5pm. The big moment finally arrived (for
me) when Orlando stepped onto the red carpet. I made a vow to myself if I could only get one autograph it would be his. He made his way over, first
he signed my book, then he headed to the other side. He came BACK to our side, I called out “Orlando!” He looked over, smiled and asked how I was. I
said fine. He saw my camera out, took it, and leaned in to snap a picture with me. I made sure to rest my hand on his shoulder.
Then Johnny made his way down surrounded by cameras. The girl behind me was a Johnny fan, she kept shoving me into the barricade. I tried pushing her
back, but she kept fighting with me. I yelled out I couldn’t breathe, so by the time Johnny got in front of me, I wanted to cry and I wasn’t sure what
was going on. I know he was right there, and I couldn’t get a good clear shot of him due to hands, pushing, proximity. I did get an autograph
though.
It was after he walked away, my friend looked at me and asked “What was up with that?!” She’s the Johnny fan of us. I just looked at her and was like
“Wha?” Apparently Johnny pinched my arm and said “Hey” to see if I was okay.
I felt something but I didn’t notice it was him. Now everyone teases me and tells me I snubbed the Depp, but I swear I didn’t! 🙂
Johnny is an amazing man and I’m honored to have met him if only for that moment. He really cares about the fans and I I admire that.
