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entertainment4h ago
Seat filler shares the strict rules they have to follow during award show
- Seat fillers must personally cover travel, accommodation and outfits for major award shows.
- Volunteers typically work about 10 hours on a single event with short notice before selection.
- Phone use is banned during ceremonies to prevent self-promotion or distractions.
- Under strict rules, seat fillers cannot eat while working the event.
- Dress codes require formal, dark attire for both women and men.
- Seat fillers must not initiate conversations with celebrities and only respond if spoken to.
- Seat fillers are regular volunteers, chosen to maintain ceremony order without drawing attention.
- The rules apply to major events like the Oscars and Grammys, with consistency across venues.
- The article cites Arjun Manjunath’s account of the Grammys’ seat filler requirements.
- The seat filler duties include keeping a discreet presence to support the stars and the show’s flow.
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