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"Celebrity" just isn't hitting like it used to...
Mar 10, 2025
Joining the discussion is Rachel Handler, a Vulture features writer known for her sharp insights on celebrity culture. She delves into the changing landscape of fame, questioning who qualifies as a real celebrity today. The conversation highlights the disillusionment surrounding exorbitant ticket prices and the commercialization of celebrity personas. Rachel also explores the emotional investment of fans and the humorous absurdity of celebrities showcasing their lavish lifestyles on social media, leaving listeners pondering the future of fame.
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- The launch of Fenty Beauty in 2017 marked a shift in celebrity culture, blending authentic engagement with market-driven messaging and consumerism.
- Growing skepticism towards celebrity endorsements arises from perceived class disconnect, as fans demand authenticity amidst a saturation of curated social media presence.
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The Shift in Celebrity Culture
Celebrity culture has undergone a significant transformation, particularly marked by the launch of Rihanna's Fenty Beauty in 2017. This launch is seen as a pivotal moment where the aspirational image of celebrities began to blur with market-driven messaging, shifting from authentic engagement to blatant marketing. The discussion highlights how early COVID experiences, such as the 'Imagine' video featuring various celebrities, underscored the disparity between their privileged lives and the realities of the general public. This disconnect has fostered a growing skepticism towards celebrity culture and a demand for authenticity from public figures.
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