Only a few actors or actresses ever achieve recognition as stars- whether on stage, in motion pictures, or on television. A somewhat large number are well known, but most actors struggle for a to hold in the profession and pick up parts wherever they can. Actors or actresses want to be famous because they look at stars like Bruce Willis, Kevin Costner, and Julia Roberts on TV and say to themselves "I wish that was me on TV." If actors become famous they meet a lot of wealthy and well-known producers, directors, and actors as well. Other actors or actresses want to meet other celebrities because it might get them another job down the road, especially if you are a good acquaintance. They all get to sign autographs for their fans, and hopefully win lifetime awards like Oscars, Emmys, or Young Artist Awards. Earning these awards means that the actor or actress took an excellent role in the particular show, movie, or live performance. Plus if the actor or actress gets nominated or wins an award, he or she gets to go to a premier, or some other type of function where they meet more all of the people who are starring or taking some type of job in that particular film.