Is it OK to ask for an autograph in a public setting? 60% say no in cllct poll

Livvy Dunne made headlines over the weekend, calling out autograph seekers for harassing her at places such as airports.

In the video, the former LSU gymnast says she feels she is being stalked the graphers.

While there is little question the behavior Dunne describes in the video is unacceptable, it does raise an interesting question: Where should we draw the line when it comes to approaching athletes or celebrities for autographs?

Cllct's Darren Rovell posed the question on social media.

The majority of respondents voted no, saying it is not acceptable to ask athletes and celebrities for their autographs in public places such as hotels, airports and restaurants.

But the issue is obviously more nuanced than a simple yes or no. For example, many said it was acceptable if kids are the ones asking, but not adults.

Others specified the method mattered: “as long as done politely and not totally barging into them doing something clearly important ... okay to walk up and ask IMO”

Another key element of the issue a few respondents brought up was whether the autograph seeker takes “no” for an answer, saying it was OK to ask, but one needs to back off if they do not receive a green light.

Pictures and selfies were likewise brought up by many arguing it was more acceptable than asking for an autograph — especially since selfies have no resell values and clearly are meant for only the person pictured with the celebrity.

Will Stern is a reporter and editor for cllct, the premier company for collectible culture.