can't recall ever being singled out but I have seen the SD go throughout the J cabin and thank everyone with a "appreciate your business etc..." comment.
I know certain folks that actually don't want to be mentioned or given any attention period, rather just stay below the radar. Plus I think there is a "celebrity clause policy" whereby crews are not to bring any attention to these pax period to VIP pax (which BTW are not SE's..LOL!!)