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Why We Overthink (Amanda Montell)

Pulling The Thread with Elise Loehnen

CHAPTER

The Cult of Celebrity: Idols and Ideals

This chapter explores the evolution of celebrity worship and its impact on young people's role models and self-esteem. It highlights the significant influence of social media on parasocial relationships, as well as the gendered dynamics of societal expectations towards celebrities, especially women of color. The discussion reveals how these idolizations shape personal identity and reflect wider societal attitudes, while also examining the contradictions inherent in public perceptions of femininity.

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