In an open letter posted to the band’s Facebook page, the former Mr. Pamela Anderson – currently on tour with KISS – admits he hates being approached for photographs and requests his fans, to whom he claims devotion, would just stop.
With characteristic flourish (and ghastly grammar and syntax), Lee writes in part: “I f---ing LOVE my fans! And you know this!!!... If you asked anyone that knows me really well they would tell ya the same thing...Tommy loves his fans.
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"[But] I certainly don't owe anybody anything! When I bought all my Led Zeppelin records and concert tickets, I didn't say, 'One day these f---ers are gonna owe me a picture.'
"People, do we really need a silly picture?... For what?! Bragging rights? Really?.. Who f---ing cares! Someone's not gonna believe you if ya don't have the proof pic? Then f--k 'em!
"Ya wouldn't wanna handshake standing at the pisser in the men's bathroom next to me, would ya? And yes, that's happened to me, too... Or when you're eating a nice, quiet meal with your family, some rude jackass comes up and asks for a picture!
"You can't even imagine what kinda crazy… has happened to me. I understand the excitement and all, but just take a second and think... Is this cool right now? So like I said… the fastest way to get me to leave is whip out a camera! Maybe just say hello and I'll probably take ya home with me!"
So there you have it. If you happen to see the wildly inked drummer shoveling back pancakes at an IHOP sometime this summer, just blow him a kiss or wave or something, but resist the urge to snap a picture.
After all, a happy Tommy Lee is a productive Tommy Lee, and we all want to see him give it his all on stage with the rest of the Crüe, tucked into that levitating drum riser. ‘Nuff said.
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During a tour called ''in the dead of winter'' Motley Crue played Montreal on feb. 5,2010. During encore of show, Tommy Lee came out and said ''Man it is really cold in this city'' which was promtly met by a cascade of boos. Memo to Tommy Lee - don't knock the city you are performing in!
Posted by: tony | 07/03/2012 at 11:28 AM
What a (and I don't usually say this word - hate it) f*****g IDIOT.
Posted by: Pirjo | 07/04/2012 at 10:58 AM
He doesn't owe his fans anything? You mean the millions of dollars and celebrity lifestyle he is enjoying just appeared out of magic?
Posted by: CraigW | 07/04/2012 at 11:10 AM
He has fans?
Posted by: Vern | 07/04/2012 at 11:17 AM
If he doesn't want photos with fans, then he deserves that right. Let him live life before his rocker life catches up with him and he's found in a hotel room with a needle stuck in his arm
Posted by: M | 07/04/2012 at 11:40 AM
I never really understood fans wanting a picture with a celebrity. How does it enrich their lives? Who would brag about that? It's really quite stupid once you think real hard about it. An autograph I can see and understand but why a picture. Oh here's a picture of me and Tommy Lee, he doesn't know my name or give a crap about me but I met him for 5 seconds once. Aren't I cool? I fully understand Tommys stance on this these people are downright annoying.
Posted by: Craven | 07/04/2012 at 11:43 AM
How does he think he became a star. If it wasn't for his fans he would be a nobody. Maybe he will loose his fans now.
I am one of them.
Posted by: Maureen | 07/04/2012 at 12:39 PM
I don't think it is our right to demand a picture. I think there are definitly times and places for doing that. If the man is eating with his family, then leave them alone. If he is busy, leave him alone. If it looks like he has time, ask him politely. I don't know that he owes us anything. He does, and he doesn't. He has fame and fortune because of the fans, but he rewards us by rocking his ass off. I have seen them in concert, and let me tell you; they go all out. I leave happy, knowing I got my moneys worth. A picture is definitely something a true fan would cherish forever, but be tactful and use respect. If he says yes, great. If he says no, then that is his right. It may sound great, but I'll tell you what; it is not a life I would want.
Posted by: John | 07/04/2012 at 03:56 PM
Bothersome fans/groupies are idiots with no pride. So f'n what you have someone in a photo with you??? On the other hand, I have no sympathy for a knob like him. ALTHOUGH, TONY, what kind of idiot are montreal fans to think that an honest observation is an insult? How does being cold make montreal slighted???
Posted by: booby fans and stars | 07/04/2012 at 04:10 PM
My words are, "Tommy WHO"?
Posted by: Daryl | 07/04/2012 at 04:17 PM
He's right. He doesn't owe anyone anything. Just because fans support him doesn't mean they get to demand what they like of him, in this case a picture. It's actually very sad when a person is being honest how they are attacked for it......
Posted by: Minnie | 07/04/2012 at 04:25 PM
He is so right, don't push it!
Posted by: xx | 07/04/2012 at 04:26 PM
Be happy you have fans..You haven't been relevent since 1989.
Posted by: martin short | 07/04/2012 at 04:34 PM
the way I have seen him kiss the butt of the press and go out of the way for people who don't care about him shows what a hyprocrite and shallow person he is
Posted by: t | 07/04/2012 at 04:37 PM
People like him really piss me off. He is seriously in the wrong business! Fans are what put him in the spotlight in the first place. I think he should suck it up and realize that to some people, he is their 'idol' and meeting their 'idol' is a once in a lifetime experience. Get over yourself Tommy.
Posted by: Darlene | 07/04/2012 at 04:56 PM
Saw KISS last year with my kids. Tried to explain to them that it was as much about the showmanship as the music. It was awesome. awesome close seats for $50 a ticket bought outside 5 mins before show started ..If I had the chance to see motley I would want to be more close.
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