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Celebrity status is a feature in The Sims 3: Late Night that allows Sims to become renowned celebrities around the world they live in. Celebrity status ranges from one to five stars, and the number of stars a Sim has is visible when the cursor is pointed at a celebrity Sim. Celebrities will not accept most social interactions from ordinary Sims at first, and they must be greeted and impressed before they will talk. In addition, Sims cannot simply visit a celebrity's home or penthouse, but must first ring them up on the callbox asking for permission to enter; celebrities that either don't know or dislike the visiting Sims may refuse them entry.

Sims can gain celebrity points in a variety of ways. They may gain celebrity points by socializing with and impressing existing celebrities. Reaching a high level in certain careers—particularly the Film career—will guarantee Sims celebrity status. More rarely, Sims can get celebrity points from opportunities. Celebrity points are permanent and cannot be removed without the use of cheats.

Being a celebrity provides Sims with many potential perks, such as access to the VIP areas in many bars, clubs, and lounges; discounts at retail stores and restaurants; freebies and other exclusive objects; and admiration from passersby when out and about. However, celebrities will also be followed by paparazzi, who may expose any embarrassing or disgraceful acts that they spot the celebrity being engaged in. Celebrities who get publicly disgraced will get a negative moodlet that lasts for three days and will temporarily revoke some of their perks.

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