celebrity obsession
“Shouldn’t celebrities be using their platforms to take the spotlight off themselves and onto real issues? As an audience, we spend far too much time and energy deep-diving into drama and ‘tea’ that add no real substance to our lives. Spend time looking for the information out there that matters. What can we learn about that will change our lives? Is it the most recent scandal on TikTok? I don’t think so.”
— From “Lively v. Baldoni: What’s the Verdict?” by Claudia Davis
Super Bowl Chaos: Boos, Backlash, and a Bizarre Ad
Super Bowl LIX was the most watched Super Bowl ever with 127.7 million viewers. But beyond the game itself, three major moments had people talking—one, a controversial commercial about breast cancer awareness; two, whether Taylor Swift was actually the one booed at when she appeared on the jumbotron; and three, Kendrick Lamar’s halftime performance, which was packed with symbolism and a bold message…
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Paparazzi: When Does the Camera Stop Rolling?
Paparazzi play an immense role in giving the public a glimpse into the lives of important figures. But at what cost? It’s common for people to be curious about the lives of their favorite celebrities—especially if they love what they create or do—but that curiosity sometimes comes at the expense of personal space, safety, and mental well-being. Their constant pursuit of photos or videos often crosses the line into a blatant invasion of privacy. So where should we draw the line between public curiosity and personal space?
Updates from the 2025 Grammys
This year, the Grammys came at a tough time for Hollywood, as many were battling the L.A. wildfires, which have been devastating California since January 7. Throughout the ceremony, several celebrities—like Billie Eilish and Trevor Noah—paid tribute to the victims during their speeches and performances. The Grammys even raised $9 million to donate to fire relief. Midway through the ceremony, Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars covered “California Dreamin’” by The Mamas & The Papas as a tribute to those affected by the wildfires…
Lively v. Baldoni: What’s the Verdict?
This year, the Grammys came at a tough time for Hollywood, as many were battling the L.A. wildfires, which have been devastating California since January 7. Throughout the ceremony, several celebrities—like Billie Eilish and Trevor Noah—paid tribute to …
Drake vs Kendrick: Kendrick’s Halftime Dilemma
Kendrick Lamar and Drake, considered the “Kings of the Rap Game” in their own respective genres, faced off in a fiery rap conflict last year. Following Kendrick Lamar’s line in Future's song “Like That,” Kendrick states that there’s no big three: “It's just big me.” He was responding to J. Cole’s line…