Sorry, I couldn’t resist, okay? You all know how much I love Charlie Hunnam and I know with certainty the feeling is mutual on your end judging by last week’s responses. We spotted Hunnam again today returning from a grocery run and he was amazing to stop for a couple returning Fans. Quickly dropping-off his groceries, he came back as promised, taking a moment to sign some Autographs and chat. He simply is the nicest, most giving and generous Celebrity I’ve ever encountered and I think he sensed how genuine our excitement was.
This is where my jaw drops. Hunnam recognized me actually last week from the first time we met two years ago and tells me that Guillermo Del Toro‘s Assistant had let him know about my Post last week. “‘I see you met Will Wong‘”, Hunnam was told, to which he replied, “But that was only 12 hours ago! How did you know?!”. He went on to tell me, “I didn’t know you were a Local Celebrity, Will Wong!”. Humbled.
Absolutely unexpected, he then passed me his v. last Sons of Anarchy Autograph Card, which of course I will ensure a lucky Fan has to chance to win, but let me finish telling my Story first. Also, did you know that Hunnam recently did a slight modification to his Signature?
Anyhow, Hunnam tells me that he still loves visiting his fave local Spot for Thai, in fact just having had Dinner there last night. I made him aware though that the Team behind the Restaurant originally had relocated to a new Spot a little more east in the City. He jot down the name on his iPhone and promised to give it a try! Laughs were shared, hearts were warmed, memories were made.
Without revealing too many details about Crimson Peak, Hunnam says, “It’s more a Horror, with Supernatural elements”. Enough said. We’ll just have to see next October.
On the other side of town, Hunnam‘s Crimson Peak Castmates Jessica Chastain and Tom Hiddleston were out celebrating the two-time Oscar Nominee’s Birthday at Brassaii, followed by some festive Ping Pong and Karaoke. You must see the amazing Photos Chastain shared on her Facebook Page here!
I admit I did see Hiddleston out and about too this weekend, but he declined politely to stop but still was gracious about it, clasping his hands in a prayer-like motion of appreciation. I’ve had great experiences prior with him and certainly know when to stop and respect his boundaries – sorry to disappoint those of you asking repeatedly for his updates!
Now back to Hunnam. He is amazing and we promise to leave him alone! To enter to win that ultra-rare Sons of Anarchy Autograph Card, simply click “like” on this corresponding Post at Mr. Will Wong on Facebook. Good luck!
Crimson Peak wraps mid-May.
See this super-neat Instagram Post we did of Hunnam:
Mr. Will & The Cast and Director of CRIMSON PEAK:
(Photo credit: Mr. Will Wong)
Thank you so much for the updates and for your very detailed recap of your encounters with Charlie! I love that he had managed to remain so unaffected by fame.
I’ve never met Charlie but I hope to one day; in the meantime I’ll live vicariously through your encounters.
Burn was there, awesome! Thanks for sharing, this is all so awesome! 🙂
I love that he is so kind and down to earth!! I hope to one day meet him as well. I would die a happy, happy girl!
Great article! I love to read about celebs being down to earth and friendly. I really got a sense of Charlie Hunnam’s warmth through this article. Thanks!
Mr. W. Please be sure to wish Charlie a Happy Birthday from all of us when you see him the week of April 10.
I love your tales you tell that go alongside your photos xXx
He is such a class act ad so are you for sharing this with us! Thank you!!!
Will, I love your article! Everything you said about Charlie is spot on. My husband and I were lucky enough to meet him recently while he was picking up his dinner. He really is a nice guy. He took time to chat with us for a bit (well mostly my husband as I was a little star struck and all I could really do was smile). He seemed so genuine and humble. I mean, it was only a few minutes but I’ve read other posts from people that have met him and they all same the same thing. He was one of my favourite actors before I met him and he is on the top of my list now. I wish I wasn’t so tongue tied when I met him as I would have loved to ask him more questions. He truly is an artist at what he does. It was a pleasure meeting him and I’ll never forget it!
Keep up with the stories Will. I enjoy reading everything you write and I’m glad you and I are on the same page with Charlie.
Uh – Unbelievably Jealous! I just started working downtown, and so wish that one day while on my walk from Union to Lombard we’d cross paths! Please tell me where you saw him?
Just a Hello and photo would make my day! 🙂
Thank you for sharing your stories and pictures of Mr. Charlie Hunnam. Warms my heart to hear another story about how great he is with his fans! Great actor and great person can’t wait to meet him one day! Stay true to yourself Charlie because we love you the way you are!!
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Makes me love this guy even more. He knows who you are Will 😉