Does being American still give any status boost in Europe?

[Contrarian Expatriate]

Only if you're a young black American. Most white guys go to ASIA for a reason. Black American culture is so internationally influential that you get a prestige boost if you're anything similar to that.

I do far better in Europe than I do in Asia (which is perfect for me) so you might be onto something. But I doubt that has anything to do with my being American, and more about physical appearance and attire.