A lot of people want to be famous, and the Sims are no different! InThe Sims 4,everyone has a chance to achieve stardom with theGet Famousexpansion. Sims can become famous in multiple areas, such as acting, writing, painting, music, or politics. They can even simply be social media influencers and become their world’s equivalent of an Instagram or YouTube star.
However, to truly become a recognized name and a celebrity takes quite a lot of time. Sims have to work hard to achieve stardom, and even then, they have to be careful not to lose it. Luckily, there are some tricks to make the process of gainingFamefaster and easier. Some are so obscure that many players might not realize they exist — until now.
Updated on Jul 26, 2025 by Rhenn Taguiam:With the upcoming Life and Death expansion taking the systems of birth, life, death, and the afterlife to (hopefully) new heights for The Sims 4, fans of the franchise might be intrigued about just how its gameplay features can affect the rest of the title’s offerings. However, players who want to take their Sims to the next level may want to pursue Fame more strategically so their rise to the top becomes more efficient and satisfying to see. Some tips include taking the author’s route, getting the Noticeable Fame Perk, cashing in on bonuses when donating expensive items, and transforming their home into a Celebrity Home Lot.
18Hack The Publishing Industry
Focus On The Writing Skill To Score Fame At Home
Sometimes, all it takes to achieve world-renowned status is an idea - and theWriter Career inSims 4lets players become extremely famous when tackled correctly. In the game, when players Publish works via the Mailbox, they can earn Royalties for their work. However, with theGet Famousexpansion, publishing a Book can also earn players Fame. Interestingly enough, despite the presence of the Writer Career, players don’t necessarily need it to be a world-renowned author. All they need is the right investment in the Writing Skill.
To maximize the Skill, it’s ideal for players to get the Creative Visionary (+20% Chance to make Bestsellers) Trait and the Creative Trait (random bouts of four-hour Inspired status). Keeping the Sim’s writing room filled with decorations can boost the chances of being Inspired. To earn Fame quickly, it’s ideal for Sims to publish two to three Books at a time to get at least two Fame points. Always attending awards they’re invited or nominated to can also increase the chances of winning them.
17Get The Noticeable Fame Perk
This Perk And Its Tree Offer Useful Bonuses
When a Sim starts their journey to become a Celebrity by getting their first star, they can spend it on a Perk that technically “dictates” how they can maximize their Fame gain. While theseOne-Star Celebrity Perksbranch off to a host of different areas such as networking and public relations, by far the most effective Perk related to increasing Fame is Noticeable.
This Perk boosts the chance of players getting bonus Fame whenever they focus on their Skills and Careers. Its subsequent Perks also offer interesting boosts when activated. For instance, CelebuSerum gives Sims access to a delivery service that sends “potions” that may boost Emotions and boost a Skill. Meanwhile, Established Name, Career Hopper, and Easy Street dramatically boost the Simoleons they earn regardless of their work.
16Donate Expensive Things
Giving Back Will Also Give Sims More Fame
When Sims start to get a better reputation, they’ll have the opportunity to get the Giving Back Perk. Upon acquisition, players can now use Live Mode to donate an item they own. Doing this can give them Fame in return. However, here is the kicker: the more expensive the item, the more Fame Sims earn. This opens a potential exploit to speedrun the process.
At its core, this involves building a steady source of income using another popular Fame method. This can involve, for example, Painting until such a point that players can start selling their works for more Simoleons. With a sizable amount of money in their stash, players can technically just purchase the item and Donate it for instant Fame. Any financial losses can be recouped by creating more pieces.
15Make A Scene Outside
Gathering A Crowd Increases The Fame Earned
When one hears the word “fame,” it’s unsurprising to think of being an actor or getting cast in a blockbuster. In theGet Famousexpansion, Sims can finally step into superstardom through the Actor Career, with the Acting Skill being an integral part of the process. While the general path of becoming an Actor inThe Sims 4gameplay is similar to what actors experience in real life - such as auditioning, callbacks, and even shooting scenes - there are some parts of Acting thatThe Sims 4also emulates. For instance, Sims can perform in public to gain Fame and attention.
Through the Acting Skill, Sims can technically go to any location and start performing. This can earn them Fame, the amount of which will depend on how many Sims are going to observe their performance. To make the most out of this method of gaining Fame, Sims are advised to go to public locations such as parks and bars to ensure they can maximize their presence.
14Follow The Right Career Path
Choose The Ideal Career For The Sim’s Talents
Much like the real world, certain careers naturally lend themselves to improving a Sim’s Fame level. Thus, those seeking stardom should be sure to choose the right one.The best careerfor those wanting to become famous is the Actor career, as completing gigs and certain scenes will grant Fame points. Other careers such as Rocket Science and Business also have the potential for events that increase Fame.
If switching professions just for exposure feels wrong to some players, they can also simply focus on getting their sim to the highest level of their career. Random Fame opportunities will crop up from time to time for those in high-level occupations. So, whatever a Sims career is, they must work hard.
13Win Awards
Try To Win Awards Via Acting
It may seem obvious, but winning awards is a great way to boost a Sim’s Fame points. As part of the Acting career path, players will sometimes find their Sim has done well enough to receive some kind of accolade. These accolades will involve an award ceremony that a Sim can attend so long as they are a 3-Star Celebrity.
Attending the event to accept the award in person offers the highest level of Fame point reward, so it’s a good idea to show up. Awards ceremonies happen every Sunday evening at the Studio PBP lot in Del Sol Valley. To accept the award, players will need to click on the microphone at the right time and select the ‘Accept Award’ prompt to give their speech.
12Become A Space Explorer
Go To Sixam For More Fame
As part of the Rocket Science career, players can traverse the greater universe and even travel to Sixam, asecret alien planetunlike their own. Though this itself is rewarding for Sims who have dedicated their lives to science, it’s also a fantastic reward for those who don’t mind some extra Fame on the side. Each trip to Sixam will grant players points, as will the more general ‘Explore Space’ option.
The Rocket Science career is a great choice for those seeking to increase Fame inSims 4without becoming an Actor. In addition to the space travel options, players will also have the ability to use the scientific inventions that their Sims create. Using scientific inventions can also boost Fame points, but just be careful where Sims point them.
11Get Creative
Take Advantage Of Creative Hobbies
Creativity and celebrity almost always go hand in hand, and the same can be said forThe Sims 4universe. While certain creative careers may not provide Fame themselves, the activities involved often do. Sims who sell books, paintings, and archeological signs will be granted Fame points every time they do. Sims in any career path can also do these activities, so there’s no limitation to it.
Other creative hobbies that grant an increase in Fame include playing the piano, playing the violin, singing, working the DJ booth, uploading videos or music, and performing comedy routines. Just make sure that Sims get plenty of practice beforehand, as no one likes to hear someone playing badly.
10Romance A Celebrity
Let The Celebrity Do The Work
Sometimes it’s not what Sims know that counts, it’s who they know. And what better way to get ahead than bywooing someonealready in the public eye? But it’s not as easy as simply walking up to them and having your Sim introduce themselves. Romancing a celebrity takes a good deal of luck and patience, but is a great way to become famous inSims 4.
Sims wanting to woo a celeb will need to pluck up the courage to talk to them. When interacting with a celebrity in the game, the ‘Attempt Introduction’ prompt should appear in the option wheel above them. This option will either result in the Sim getting ignored, brushed off, or, in rare cases, a successful interaction. From here, a relationship can be built in the same way as others, and Sims will be able to bask in their newfound glow of Fame.
9Be Active On Social Media
The Post Spam Is Worth The Fame
Just like in real life, the best way to attract an audience’s attention and become well-known is to be active and engage with fans on social media platforms. In this case, Sims who want to become famous should take the time to post new stories on their Simstagram over and over and over again.
It may feel repetitive, but consistent content is the absolute key to success. This allows Sims to quickly build a wide audience and become famous as a result. Frequent posting leads to larger numbers of followers, which in turn leads to more Fame points granted to Sims.
