442. Lord Byron: Dangerous Liaisons (Part 3)
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The Celebrity Emergence and Image Crafting of Lord Byron
Lord Byron has emerged as a celebrity during the Napoleonic Wars due to the monumental success of his poem 'Child Harold's Pilgrimage'. He is adept at manipulating his image, focusing on his distinctive appearance such as his pale, sickly but handsome look and his unconventional fashion choices. Similar to modern-day celebrities, he meticulously controls his portrayal in paintings and is fixated on his weight, resorting to chewing gum as an appetite suppressant. By carefully crafting his image and managing his public persona, Byron has become a trendsetter in the realm of celebrity culture.
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