All articles tagged with #celebrity culture
Originally Published 19 days ago — by Slate
Timothée Chalamet delivers a compelling performance in 'Marty Supreme,' a film about the dark side of the American dream, while also engaging in an ambitious and unconventional promotional campaign that highlights his star power and ambition, raising questions about humility and self-promotion in Hollywood.
Originally Published 20 days ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
In 2025, Hollywood experienced a tumultuous year marked by industry mergers, shifting box office dynamics, the rise of AI-generated performers, culture wars over fashion and language, and significant political and social upheavals, reflecting a year of chaos, innovation, and transformation.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by The Verge
The article discusses how celebrities like Ariana Grande are rejecting AI-generated media that exploits their likenesses, yet such images continue to circulate among fans, highlighting tensions between social norms and the internet's attention economy.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Cut
Millie Bobby Brown embraced her '90s-inspired makeover, including platinum blonde hair and outfits inspired by Pamela Anderson, despite facing harsh media commentary. She expressed feeling depressed and overwhelmed by the criticism but has since adopted a more confident attitude, emphasizing her right to have fun and be herself at 21.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Guardian
Daniel Day-Lewis criticizes the perception of method acting as extreme or lunatic behavior, emphasizing that it is primarily about internal work, and laments the rise of superficial imitations by other actors. He advocates for a deeper understanding of true method acting rather than its caricatures, suggesting that more films from him could help showcase its value.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Variety
Pete Davidson criticizes social media for quickly turning on celebrities like Pedro Pascal, highlighting how public opinion shifts rapidly as stars rise to fame and then face backlash, despite their long-term efforts and struggles.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Guardian
The article reflects on the 69th Ballon d'Or ceremony, highlighting its superficiality and spectacle, but ultimately celebrates Ousmane Dembélé's victory as a human and sporting triumph that embodies resilience, humility, and the enduring human qualities within the commercialized world of football.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Salon.com
The article reviews Netflix's documentary 'aka Charlie Sheen,' highlighting Sheen's tumultuous life marked by substance abuse, career ups and downs, and a culture of privilege and impunity among the wealthy and famous, while also noting his recent attempts at normalcy and reflection.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Guardian
A new biography of Gwyneth Paltrow reveals her privileged background, early fame, controversial wellness ventures, and her mastery of self-promotion, highlighting her complex influence on celebrity culture and the wellness industry.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by BBC
Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne became TV's favorite parents through their reality show 'The Osbournes,' which pioneered celebrity-driven reality TV by showcasing their family life with humor and relatability, influencing future shows and revealing a more personal side of celebrities, despite the challenges it brought to their lives.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Free Press
The article reflects on Ozzy Osbourne's impact as a cultural icon and 'America's dad' through his reality TV persona, contrasting the golden age of unfiltered celebrity shows with today's curated social media presence, and discusses broader themes of family, politics, and cultural shifts.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Washington Post
Justin Bieber's surprise album 'Swag' reflects his public struggles and celebrity persona, blending R&B influences with interludes that highlight his media controversies, but offers limited insight into his personal life beyond superficial lyrics and celebrity references.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by TheWrap
Megyn Kelly criticized Charlize Theron for her candid discussion about sex and single motherhood on a podcast, calling her comments vulgar and classless, and questioning her motives and image as a star.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by BuzzFeed
Sydney Sweeney addressed the backlash over her selling bathwater soap, with critics calling it a cringe-worthy and dystopian example of celebrity culture and the commodification of female sexuality, while some defend her right to cash in on her fame.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The New York Times
The revival of 'Duck Dynasty' on A&E, announced shortly after President Trump's inauguration, reflects how the show's celebrity culture and its cultural implications are being reconsidered in a changed America, highlighting the intersection of entertainment and politics.