Commotion with Elamin Abdelmahmoud

Chappell Roan, Halsey, and when fan culture goes too far

Aug 21, 2024
Culture critic Niko Stratis and New Yorker editor Tyler Foggatt join musician Eliza McLamb to dissect the blurred lines of fan behavior. They discuss Chappell Roan's recent call-out of intrusive fans invading her privacy. The conversation explores emotional struggles artists face with intense fame, the impact of digital platforms on parasocial interactions, and the challenges of managing public personas versus private lives. The implications for artist safety and the evolution of fan culture in a rapidly changing digital landscape are also highlighted.
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