Here are 3-sample letter that I personally use.
They have worked well for me in the past, and they can for you too!
LETTER TO MUSICIANS
Dr. Mr./ Mrs.__________, I am a huge fan of yours. I love your music. My favorite song is ____________________________.
I know you must get thousands of requests such as this, but I was hoping you could send me an autographed picture. I realize you are very busy and have a limited amount of time, but I would greatly appreciate it if you could help me out. I have enclosed a SASE for you to use.
Thank you so much for your time and keep the great songs coming.
LETTER TO ACTORS AND ACTRESSES
Dear Mr./ Mrs.___________, I am a huge fan of your work. I have seen you in many movies, but my favorite has to be ___________.
I think you did a wonderful job. You are a great actor/ actress. You should be proud of your talents. I know you must get thousands of requests such as this, but I was hoping you could send me an autographed picture. I realize you are very busy and have a limited amount of time, but I would greatly appreciate it if you could help me out. I have enclosed a SASE for you to use.
Thank you for your time, and keep up the fantastic work. Best of luck to you always!
LETTER TO ATHELETS
Dear Mr./ Mrs. ____________, I am a huge fan of yours. I love to watch you play ___________. You are my favorite player. In my book you are the best player the team has. I know you must get thousands of requests such as this, but I was hoping you could send me an autographed picture. I realize you are very busy and have a limited amount of time, but I would greatly appreciate it if you could help me out. I have enclosed a SASE for you to use.
Thank you so much for your time and please keep up the good work. Best of
luck to you always!
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