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Real Michaels Embrace Killer Name
31 Oct
Summary
- Real people named Michael Myers find humor in their namesake.
- A beer company ran a contest for those sharing the killer's name.
- Some Michaels celebrate their unique connection with tattoos and stories.
Many individuals named Michael Myers navigate daily life with a name famously associated with a horror icon. Recently, Voodoo Ranger launched a "Slasher Manhunt" campaign ahead of Halloween, inviting people named Michael Myers or Meyers to share their experiences. This initiative celebrated the character's enduring legacy since his 1978 debut.
Out of 400 entries, eleven people were selected as winners, receiving prizes such as a year's supply of beer and a copy of the Halloween game. Michael Meyers of Safety Harbor, Florida, born in 1975, embraced his name, even getting a $6,000 full back tattoo depicting the killer. He recalled childhood experiences and adult challenges, like a hardware store employee's suspicion due to his name.
Another winner, Michael Myers from Urbana, Illinois, born in 1985, initially disliked the constant name references. Despite not being a devoted fan of the Halloween movies, he found the contest to be a fun opportunity. His profession as an arborist sometimes prompts lighthearted jokes from clients about chainsaws.
Both individuals shared how friends encouraged them to enter the contest, turning a potentially burdensome name into a source of shared experience and even reward. Their stories highlight the varied ways people connect with pop culture figures who share their identity.
