Undead dinner party is a fun game I like to play throughout the year, especially around Halloween (spooky things seem more appropriate during October). I actually got the idea from my mom, who is way cooler than I am. Years ago, she was talking about a celebrity she loved, and she mentioned wishing she could attend a dinner party with them. I remember thinking this was a fascinating idea, and I began thinking about which deceased celebrities I would desperately want to dine with. I’ve found that my guest list is always changing, but there are some people who always secure an invite.
The game is easy. You can literally pick anyone (does not have to be someone famous) you would want to have dinner with. The only rule is that they must be dead. Usually I have a bigger list, but for the sake of time, I’ll give you the condensed list (we’re keeping it COVID-friendly anyways). Here is my official undead dinner party guest list:
- John Lennon
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The first time I really thought about who I would invite, my mind instantly went to John Lennon. I have been a huge fan of The Beatles for as long as I can remember, and meeting one of the members would be mind-blowing. Additionally, John Lennon would be an interesting pick because he was murdered. In a morbid way, I think it would be fascinating to hear about his death and how he felt in the moment that he was shot. Was his death instant? Did he feel pain? These seem like questions only he can accurately answer. If John Lennon was sitting across from me at the dinner table, I would ask him what it was like to have such an amazing career, and then have it all be taken away in an instant.
- Bob Ross
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This choice might seem a bit random, but Bob Ross would be the most chill guest you could possibly invite. He’s such a mellow dude, which makes him a very obvious choice for the guest list. Not only would he be super low maintenance, but he would also probably paint some happy little trees during dinner. He could give you some tips for managing stress, paint some new home decor for you (he’s saving you from having to make your third trip to TJ Maxx for the week to buy home decor you don’t need!), and make the atmosphere so chill. Seems like a win-win situation to me.
- Ruth Bader Ginsburg
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My last choice is a very new addition to the invite list. RBG recently passed on September 18th, and her death was a tough one for America. She was truly a force to be reckoned with, and I would be honored to chat with her about her many achievements throughout her lifetime. I think it’s safe to say that RBG was one of the greatest feminist icons of all time. I would put her at the top of my VIP list any day of the week.
I hope you enjoyed this glimpse into my choices for an undead dinner party. Who would you put on your guest list?
Happy (almost) Halloween!