Story highlights Seinfeld denied Kesha a hug

He said he didn't know who she was

(CNN) Note to fans: don't go in for a hug with Jerry Seinfeld.

Singer Kesha may have found that out the hard way on Monday night when the pair ran into each other on the red carpet.

The two were attending the David Lynch Foundation's National Night of Laughter and Song when Kesha spotted Seinfeld, who was being interviewed by radio host Tommy McFly.

The singer is a fan and let the comic know.

"I'm Kesha, I love you so much," she said. "Can I give you a hug?"

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