A celebrity is someone who has achieved fame and recognition in a particular area. They may have become famous for their acting, music or even their political beliefs. Celebrities are often idolized by many people and they usually have a large fan base.
In modern society there is a growing trend for celebrities to dictate certain styles and looks. These trends can influence the choices of millions of people around the world. This is considered to be the modern celebrity culture and it has had a significant impact on the way that people dress, look and think. There are some positive aspects of this celebrity culture but there are also negative effects that need to be addressed.
The word celebrity is derived from the Latin word for renown and was originally used to refer to those who have earned a certain level of fame through their actions. This is different from normal people who gain popularity due to their family name or through traditional achievements in a certain field. Today, it is most commonly used to describe those who have become famous in the entertainment industry or for their accomplishments in a specific field. This can include actors, musicians and singers, politicians and people who have gone into outer space.
Most people gain their celebrity status through their work. This is particularly true for film stars who become well known for the roles that they play. Some of the most popular film actors include Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Johnny Depp who are famous for their roles in Harry Potter, The Hunger Games and Pirates of the Caribbean. Actors who are known for their TV shows such as Jennifer Aniston, Sofia Vergara and Millie Bobby Brown also become very well known celebrities.
Some musicians and singers become famous through competitions such as The X Factor and Eurovision Song Contest. These competitions have made many bands famous including the likes of Take That, Little Mix and ABBA. When these bands break up, it is common for the members to continue their careers as solo artists.
People who are famous for their philanthropic activities such as Mother Teresa, Angelina Jolie and the founders of Facebook may also become celebrities. These acts are seen as good and positive by the public and they help to improve the lives of others. These individuals are not trying to make money from their celebrity but they do it for the benefit of humanity.
There are a number of studies that have looked at the effect of celebrities on health-related outcomes. These have been categorized by the outcome domain (short-term, medium-term or long-term) and then within each category by whether they found that celebrities had a positive, negative or no effect on the particular outcome. This will help to highlight any differences in the effect of celebrities on different outcomes, populations and environments. It will also identify any potential mediators that could explain why some celebrities have an impact on the outcome while others do not.
