Tame Impala's lead singer, Kevin Parker, has announced that he will no longer sign autographs or take photos with fans in public places like hotels or airports. This decision comes after he expressed concerns about "aggressive" professional collectors, some of whom he claims have used children to obtain his signature. Parker, who is currently touring North America, shared the news through a series of Instagram Stories, explaining that the growing number of autograph seekers had become difficult to manage and posed security risks. He asked fans not to take it personally if he declined their requests. Parker mentioned that in the past, he had met with fans in Europe after his concerts, but the increasing volume of such encounters made it hard to maintain a safe and manageable environment. His team advised against meeting fans in parking lots after shows, at least for now. This move reflects a broader trend among celebrities who are rethinking their approach to fan interactions due to the pressures and challenges of public autograph sessions. Parker is not alone in setting boundaries around autograph signings. In 2008, Beatles drummer Ringo Starr announced he would no longer accept fan mail or sign items, frustrated by the resale of signed memorabilia online. Similarly, singer Billie Eilish stopped signing autographs in 2019 after realizing that signed items were often sold, leading to fan frustration and even anger. She described situations where fans booed and cursed at her after not receiving what they wanted. Other celebrities have also adopted policies to manage fan interactions. Comedian Steve Martin has long given out a business card that humorously certifies a personal encounter with him. Actor William Shatner, known for his role in Star Trek, avoids signing autographs in public, reserving them for charity events and conventions. Bryan Cranston, who played Breaking Bad’s Walter White, stopped signing autographs outside of organized events in 2018, though he remains open to taking selfies with fans.