15 minutes of fame

According to the Huffington Post, “It can also be argued that celebrity obsession is merely escapism. In fact, these are the things that professionals, including doctors, lawyers, politicians and judges, sheepishly tell me: “I watch the Kardashians to decompress.”” We see here that although people may not obsess over celebrities and constantly engage themselves in what they do, they still pay some attention because it allows them a distraction from their own lives. Psychology Today even believes that the focus we have on celebrities and their lives provides us an escape from death. Everybody is aware that death is inevitable, but by allowing themselves to be consumed by the glitz and glam of fame they somehow feel validated and as if their lives matter. By allowing themselves to be distracted, the harsh blow of death is lessened and the sting is taken off. People may not obsess over celebrities like some people do, but they do use them as an escape from reality. Just as there are different levels of obsession there are also different types of…

has gained the wealth and fame of Hollywood movie stars. Also , the network has dedicated its prime time to the show. However ,a lot of TV experts and media scholars criticize the show for promoting the materialistic and consumerism culture, still the production of the show continues. Of course ,the reason behind the continuous production of the show is its popularity among mainstream social class and commercial success. Usually Keeping Up with the Kardashians lasts for one hour with…

of Fame. The Mascot Hall of Fame will be made sometime in the next few years in Whiting, Indiana. Willie the Wildcat has been an important part of the United States history for over a century now, and has entertained millions of fans, which is why he should be in the hall of fame. Willie the Wildcat can demonstrate a major impact on the community by attending functions around the state and visiting schools around the community. KStatesports.com…

Country songs usually have a good meaning to them and more many people the music is nice to listen to people enjoy hearing it. With country music there is usually a meaning behind it weather it is a truck, back roads, problem or just the good old country way. Country music has many meanings to it depending on what the song is and they expand farther than just these examples. In the song May We All there is many lines that catch my eye and I can relate to. The first line of the song is “May we…

Fifteen minutes till she needed to be on set. Today she was teaching the world how to make Homemade Onion Soup. All the ingredients, utensils, and random things all laid out nicely. The knives sharp, and the onions ready to be chopped. Everybody working getting the cameras ready. Julia came out just barely 2 minutes till they would start. Workers yelling out “places, places everyone.” Then the cameraman yells out 5..4..3..2.. “Hello…” Julia Child changed many people's lives with her cooking,…

Hollywood is epicenter of the art of storytelling. From the most historical moments in history to moments in time that happened only a few years ago, it's where movies about events come to life once again. With the last movie, Sully, the world is once again watching as a brave pilot decides to land an aircraft in the middle of the Hudson River to save lives (and also take flack for his decision.) This movie is based on a true story and most people are aware of Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger as…

(Rao). This game is essentially a materialistic game because it encourages players to buy outfits and jewelry with real money. Players would often spend $5 on 50 silver stars because there is this beautiful dress that they have to get their hands on. This causes people to be financially irresponsible because they can spend this money on other real things in life such as college tuition or rent. The game’s ultimate goal is for the player to become an A-list star. The players would have to go…

“It seems that every facet of his life and art– from his different collections of objects to his relationship with the news headlines of his day– has been explored in exhibitions.” But like both Carstensen and Davies say, he could see where society was going. “If he knew how we lived today, he would be thrilled,” says Carstensen. “Like us, Warhol attempted to document the world by almost every means possible.” When the tour comes to an end, TIFF offers a 3 minute screen test, something Warhol…

They were on every news channel, with the parents and siblings pleading for the safe return of the kid. A few days later, it was revealed that was a lie orchestrated by the father to gain attention and "possibly a reality show.” Their son was hiding at the family 's house the whole time. These days, people believe they can become instantly famous. Too many people have been going to great lengths to achieve fifteen minutes of fame. For people who feel a deeper love of sharing, with the intention…

Besides being disrespectful and harsh, Nicole Arbour’s video scolds fat people for their size was simply out of order. During the six-minute video that started the debate, the comedian monologues about how fat shaming was made up. "Fat people made that up," Arbour says. “That's the race card, with no race.” She also attacks people who are body positive about being fat. “I don’t feel bad for you because you are taking your body for granted," said Arbour. "What are you going to do, fat people?…