True story: I spent an evening partying with the one and only Douglas Adams in the French Quarter in New Orleans in 1991 when he was promoting his book “Last Chance To See”.

He came to Tulane University, where I was a student for a lecture, and as a member of the group that brought him to campus, I had the honor of going out for a night on the town with him!

The man was an absolute riot, and HUGE. I remember walking down Bourbon Street and coming across “Big Daddy’s” If you’ve ever been to New Orleans, you’ve seen the famous Legs. Well, this was his first time. He just stopped and stared in wonder. I could see his mind working and was convinced I’d read some reference in a future book. He thought it was hysterical.

Mr. Adams was, in real life, as entertaining as he was to read. He was a genuinely nice fellow, and it was one of the most fun celebrity outings I’ve ever had.