Performer: It’s a JOB and of course, anyone is CERTAINLY allowed to make a living. I just feel that as a MUSICIAN and spending YEARS studying theory, taking/paying for lessons for years to learn musical theory and how to play instruments and becoming a vocalist, that someone who just happens to look like a famous person gets paid more than a studied person who has “paid their dues” just because they LOOK like someone famous.I ...
I have been a professional celebrity impersonator for over 10 years now and I feel so fortunate to do what I love – perform – and make a living at it. I have had some of the most amazing opportunities because of this work. But it’s not always easy and it definitely takes a different kind of commitment than being yourself! In many ways it’s harder….. The following is an exchange between a fellow performer who ...