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Fashion & style
fromwww.theguardian.com
13 hours ago

Fashion's Faustian pact: the high cost of Jeff Bezos's Met Gala patronage

The Met Gala 2023 faces controversy due to tech billionaires' involvement, raising questions about celebrity culture and fashion's relevance.
Writing
fromBustle
2 days ago

This Summer, You Need To Be #NicoleKidmanMaxxing

Nicole Kidman remains a constant presence in Hollywood, evolving through various iconic roles and personal transformations over nearly four decades.
Film
fromDefector
3 days ago

Charli XCX Is Firmly In Her Cinephile Era | Defector

Walter Tevis's novel inspired a film that transformed David Bowie into a character representing alienation and misunderstanding.
fromTODAY.com
4 days ago

These Sisters Share Names With Two Single-Name Grammy Icons - People Think It's a Joke

"I've always said I want different names. I don't want common names," Wendy Palomo, the sisters' mother, explains about her choice for unique names.
Music production
LA food
fromEater LA
4 days ago

At Tower Bar, You're Paying for the Fantasy - and Somehow, It's Worth It

The Sunset Strip remains a unique blend of Hollywood decadence and accessible celebrity culture.
Podcast
fromYahoo Entertainment
4 days ago

Ray J Says He's Been With 12,500 Women and Still Has "1,000 to Go"-Real Claim or Branding Strategy?

Ray J claims to have slept with over 12,500 women, presenting it as part of a larger narrative about his identity and experiences.
London politics
fromIndependent
5 days ago

A sunny sleepy Saturday, a table full of drinks on a rooftop bar... Jack Grealish is guilty of stupidity - nothing more

Jack Grealish often finds himself in trouble due to friends not considering the presence of phones when he is around.
fromBuzzFeed
6 days ago

Jonah Hill Made Some Rare Comments About His Wife, Kids, And Their Super Private Life In A "Very Small Town"

Jonah Hill stated, "So, real quick, before we go any further, my wife is here. My best friend. Shout-out to my beautiful wife, Liv. Where is she? Oh, what's up, baby?" This moment highlighted his appreciation for his partner during a public event.
Television
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Lena Dunham is right that fame is toxic. Unfortunately, we're all famous now | Emma Beddington

Fame has become increasingly toxic, distorting relationships and self-image, affecting mental health, and creating a shared experience of 'famesickness' in the digital age.
Humor
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Why are we dragging apologies out of celebrities for the most innocuous things? | Elle Hunt

Celebrity backlash over personal opinions has intensified, leading to significant public outrage and consequences for actors like Timothee Chalamet and Jessie Buckley.
Film
fromQueerty
1 week ago

Love or obsession? A homosocial bond between an odd couple blurs the lines in this '97 dramedy - Queerty

Parasocial relationships between celebrities and fans have evolved but remain deeply impactful and relevant in today's social media landscape.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

A star reborn: America's sweetheart' Sandra Bullock returns to the spotlight

Sandra Bullock's return to social media signals her embrace of the spotlight after years of retreat from public life.
Writing
fromDefector
1 week ago

Lena Dunham Can't Help Herself | Defector

Lena Dunham's memoir Famesick recounts her journey through fame, addiction, and personal growth, challenging narratives surrounding her life and career.
NYC LGBT
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

The Confessional Era of Plastic Surgery

Denise Richards openly shared her facelift journey, including preparation, recovery, and post-op photos, promoting transparency in cosmetic surgery.
Music production
fromWIRED
1 week ago

They Made D4vd a Star. Now They Want Him Convicted of Murder

D4vd, a rising singer, faces murder charges linked to a real-life crime that mirrors themes in his music.
Film
fromThe Independent
1 week ago

Why is Michael Jackson so creepy in his new biopic?

Michael Jackson's death shifted public perception from ridicule to sympathy, complicating the narrative around his eccentricities and controversies.
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

How the Kardashians Became Flesh-and-Blood Memes

Kim Kardashian's life maps onto the entire history of media in the new millennium, starting with her family's role in the O.J. Simpson trial, which was a major televised event.
Television
Dining
fromEater
1 week ago

America's Glitziest, Wildest, and Quirkiest Steakhouses

The best steakhouses in America are celebrated for unique experiences beyond just food.
#coachella
NYC music
fromJezebel
1 week ago

Coachella Weekend 2: Billie Eilish Is Still a Belieber

Justin Bieber's Coachella performance featured guest appearances and highlighted his ongoing popularity despite a minimalistic set.
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Pop star boyfriend posting from Coachella, celebrity statesman, global brand: Justin Trudeau's offbeat political afterlife

Hungarians voted for change, signaling a restoration of democratic institutions after years under Viktor Orban.
#meghan-markle
Music production
fromPitchfork
2 weeks ago

Allstar JR: "Mob Untied"

The hip-hop industry has increasingly turned violent incidents into sensationalized media events, impacting artists' careers and public personas.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

TMZ Turns Its Pitiless Lens on Politicians

TMZ has expanded its focus to include politicians, highlighting their perceived irresponsibility while enjoying leisure activities during government crises.
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
2 weeks ago

JOLENE Coffee's Star-Studded Event at Meadow Lane

JOLENE Coffee aims to disrupt the beverage market with its bold flavors and ethically sourced ingredients, emphasizing a 'no BS' ethos that resonates with consumers.
Silicon Valley food
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

SchadenFriday: Washington Gets TMZ'd

With Congress again out for recess-instead of, say, working to end the partial government shutdown or doing something, anything, when the president threatens war crimes-one media organization had the savvy, gall, and, okay, shamelessness to deputize us all as honorary paparazzi.
Podcast
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Prince Harry's cringeworthy Mr Mischief messages - and 7 other times celebrities have had embarrassing texts leaked

These messages are addictive because they give us something that we are not meant to see.
Media industry
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

From fat transplants to LED mittens: how the fear of old lady hands' mobilised the beauty industry

Hands reveal age and condition, often contrasting with facial appearance, leading to increased focus on hand care.
#reality-tv
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Television

'I'm a Celebrity... South Africa' review: At 50, Ant and Dec are too old to be cracking jokes about penises and anuses

Television
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Reality Comes Crashing Down on The Bachelorette

Taylor Frankie Paul's journey on The Bachelorette reflects a modern fairy tale intertwined with reality TV's toxic dynamics.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Television

'I'm a Celebrity... South Africa' review: At 50, Ant and Dec are too old to be cracking jokes about penises and anuses

Television
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Reality Comes Crashing Down on The Bachelorette

Taylor Frankie Paul's journey on The Bachelorette reflects a modern fairy tale intertwined with reality TV's toxic dynamics.
Television
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

The Boys Season-Premiere Recap: Dead Men Walking

The Boys' final season continues to reflect contemporary issues, particularly the intersection of celebrity, authoritarianism, and social media's role in promoting fascism.
#cosmetic-surgery
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago
Medicine

'I told Michael Jackson, Irish women need my cosmetic products more than you' - cosmetic surgeon says star pocketed items from his D4 clinic

fromIndependent
4 weeks ago
Medicine

'I told Michael Jackson, Irish women need my cosmetic products more than you' - cosmetic surgeon says star pocketed items from his D4 clinic

fromIndependent
1 month ago

How we ALL bought into looksmaxxing: There's nothing new about the extreme pursuit of physical perfection - just ask the contestants of The Swan

The stars were unhappy with their photos from the Vanity Fair Oscar party, it was reported after the event. The problem was the harsh lighting, the problem was the grey carpet and the grey-to-mouse coloured backdrop, the problem was the heat that broke many of the stars out in a sweat.
Television
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Why every woman can see herself in the story of a German celebrity couple's split | Fatma Aydemir

A woman discovers her husband was behind years of online harassment and domestic violence, shattering their public image as a perfect couple.
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Brandy: Full Moon

"After years of living in [Moesha's] world, something inside me snapped like an overstretched rubber band. The good girl in me wouldn't have dared. But today, she was dead."
NYC music
Social media marketing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Chappell Roan security incident raises a bigger question: what do celebrities owe their fans? | Tayo Bero

Celebrities face challenges balancing public visibility with personal safety, especially when fan interactions become intrusive or aggressive.
Graphic design
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Inside the creative collaboration that turned JFK Jr.'s political magazine into a sexed-up cultural moment

George magazine aimed to make politics appealing through creative design and celebrity involvement.
#chappell-roan
SF parents
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

The Chappell Roan Kid-Hating Incident Taught Us All the Wrong Lessons. Most of Us Are Missing the Point.

Chappell Roan faces backlash after a security incident involving a fan's child at a hotel, highlighting tensions between celebrity and personal boundaries.
SF parents
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

The Chappell Roan Kid-Hating Incident Taught Us All the Wrong Lessons. Most of Us Are Missing the Point.

Chappell Roan faces backlash after a security incident involving a fan's child at a hotel, highlighting tensions between celebrity and personal boundaries.
#oscars
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 month ago
Film

Moments From My Years Working on Awards Shows, and Why You Should Read Liza's New Autobiography - San Francisco Bay Times

Jan Wahl shares experiences from working on the Oscars and Grammys, highlighting memorable moments and changes in the film industry over the years.
fromVulture
1 month ago
Film

Let Teyana Taylor Have Fun

Teyana Taylor's enthusiastic celebration at the Oscars drew criticism online, prompting her to defend the value of genuine joy and gracious sportsmanship in a world often consumed by negativity.
Film
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 month ago

Moments From My Years Working on Awards Shows, and Why You Should Read Liza's New Autobiography - San Francisco Bay Times

Jan Wahl shares experiences from working on the Oscars and Grammys, highlighting memorable moments and changes in the film industry over the years.
Film
fromVulture
1 month ago

Let Teyana Taylor Have Fun

Teyana Taylor's enthusiastic celebration at the Oscars drew criticism online, prompting her to defend the value of genuine joy and gracious sportsmanship in a world often consumed by negativity.
Media industry
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

How Long Is 15 Minutes of Fame, Really?

Celebrity fame is temporary and transient, unlike hereditary royalty, with most stars eventually fading into obscurity despite efforts to maintain relevance.
Paris food
fromElite Traveler
1 month ago

The Viral St Tropez Hotel Name-Checked by Drake Just Launched 8 New Suites

Hotel Byblos, a 1965 Saint-Tropez landmark, gains renewed popularity through Drake's 2022 TikTok-viral song reference and ongoing luxury renovations by renowned designers.
#lgbtq-entertainment
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
1 month ago

A new anti-rom-com, Jaboukie Young-White's coming-out drama & all the best LGBTQ+ releases this week - Queerty

Entertainment industry features increased LGBTQ+ representation across film, television, Broadway, and digital media platforms this season.
fromQueerty
2 months ago
LGBT

Spanish rugby warmups, Kathy Griffin's pups, & Monet X Change's art - Queerty

Queer artists, Gay TikTok highlights, celebrity moments, and Pride celebrations are showcased alongside an invitation to subscribe for LGBTQ+ entertainment and culture updates.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
1 month ago

A new anti-rom-com, Jaboukie Young-White's coming-out drama & all the best LGBTQ+ releases this week - Queerty

Entertainment industry features increased LGBTQ+ representation across film, television, Broadway, and digital media platforms this season.
Photography
fromFast Company
1 month ago

'Many people have been fooled': Zendaya on what the social media fuss over Tom Holland wedding rumors really reveals

AI-generated wedding photos of Zendaya and Tom Holland went viral, fooling millions of people and even those personally close to the celebrities, highlighting humanity's difficulty distinguishing real from AI-created content.
Humor
fromVulture
1 month ago

An Evasive Harrison Ford Won Late Night This Week

Late-night farewell episodes reveal audience enthusiasm often exceeds celebrity comfort, with guests fangirling over hosts while hosts endure adulation similarly to how they handle fan encounters.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
1 month ago

What happened to Narciso Rodriguez, the gay designer of Carolyn Bessette's wedding dress? - Queerty

The FX drama 'Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette' became FX's most-watched series on Hulu and Disney+, with Narciso Rodriguez's iconic minimalist wedding dress design serving as a pivotal element of the narrative.
#reality-television
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 month ago

Boy George tells Chappell Roan to 'cheer up' after paparazzi incident

It's probably not helpful but I have been doing this fame thing for a while and you learn slowly and painfully that you don't get a free pass once you turn yourself into a bird of paradise. I watched [Chappell Roan] filming the paps in Paris and I laughed because I have kicked off at them many times.
Paris food
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm a New Yorker who visited Erewhon, a high-end grocery store in Los Angeles, for the first time. The prices blew me away.

Erewhon is a Los Angeles-based health-food chain that's a favorite of celebrities like Jake Gyllenhaal, Miley Cyrus, A$AP Rocky, and more. According to Erewhon's website, the store's founders Michio and Aveline Kushi opened the first location in Los Angeles in 1968 after they moved from Boston. They were inspired by the macrobiotic diet, which emphasizes whole grains, soy, and vegetables.
Silicon Valley food
fromBustle
1 month ago

Hilary Duff Opened Up About Her Experience With Eating Disorders

Of course, those normal things came up. Then on top of it, I was dealing with people commenting on my body at a young age, starting to get photographed, and people asking you how many times you weigh yourself or comparing you to people that were thinner than you or other girls in your line of work.
Mental health
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Nicola Coughlan is right: body positivity' traps us in the same old conversations | Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett

Nicola Coughlan rejects body positivity discourse, frustrated that her acting work is reduced to discussions of her appearance rather than her talent and craft.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

There is no shame in being vain': the relentless rise of impossible male beauty standards

Male political and cultural figures increasingly perform militaristic authority through carefully curated facial presentation and appearance, while men's faces face unprecedented public scrutiny previously reserved for women.
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

This Legendary NYC Restaurant Helped Define The Cosmopolitan - And Became A Celebrity Institution - Tasting Table

The cosmopolitan was frequently served at The Odeon, and the recipe created by 20-something-year-old bartender Toby Cecchini in 1988 quickly won over customers. Cecchini put his own spin on a drink that was making appearances in clubs in San Francisco, splashing in ingredients like citron vodka, cranberry juice, and items associated with margaritas like Cointreau and fresh lime to try to impress waitresses.
Food & drink
Film
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

The Zillennials Have Found Their Leonardo DiCaprio. I'm Not Ready.

Timothée Chalamet is the major movie star of his generation with reliable box office appeal, though younger audiences have divided opinions on his talent and typecasting.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Watching Watership Down on acid with Bez: Shaun Ryder releases new memoir 24 Hour Party Person

I've done more books now, I think, than Shakespeare, sort of. I had a right laugh writing my first book, and people liked it, so when the chance to write another came up, I thought why not? I've got even more mad tales to tell.
Books
Film
fromBustle
2 months ago

'Love Story' Star Paul Anthony Kelly Reacted To Comments About His Chest Hair

Paul Anthony Kelly embraces his natural chest hair and rejects conforming to modern beauty standards, crediting his modeling background for preparing him to handle public objectification.
New York City
fromVulture
2 months ago

From the Archives: Carolyn Bessette, Instant Princess

Carolyn Bessette combined cultivated privacy, enigmatic 'mystical femininity,' and social savvy that explained her exceptional appeal and suitability as John F. Kennedy Jr.'s chosen partner.
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 months ago

Palm Springs Has Still Got It

Palm Springs remains a desert playground of glamour, design, celebrity hideaways, and enduring romantic fantasies centered around iconic resorts like the Parker.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Bad Bunny and jingoism lite: was this the Super Bowl where woke roared back?

Billie Joe Armstrong belting out American Idiot during the pregame show under his motionless meringue of fogey-blond hair: were they a sign? A New England Patriots team who were neither favored to win nor widely reviled, then promptly repaid a grateful public by losing: was this the Super Bowl which proved that history really can move on, that America is not fated to remain hostage to the tremors and hatreds of the past?
National Football League
Television
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Bill Maher Episode with Ex-NFL Star Marshawn Lynch Devolves Into Wild Conversation About Strip Clubs

One participant described being overwhelmed by the performers' exaggerated buttocks at Blue Flame, an Atlanta strip club, during a celebrity exchange.
#charli-xcx
fromJezebel
3 months ago
US politics

Charli xcx's 'The Moment' and 'Melania': A Comparative Analysis (I've Seen Neither)

fromIndieWire
3 months ago
Film

'The Moment' Review: Charli XCX Asks If That's All There Is to a Brat Summer, and in a Mostly Shallow Satirical Flex

fromJezebel
3 months ago
US politics

Charli xcx's 'The Moment' and 'Melania': A Comparative Analysis (I've Seen Neither)

fromIndieWire
3 months ago
Film

'The Moment' Review: Charli XCX Asks If That's All There Is to a Brat Summer, and in a Mostly Shallow Satirical Flex

fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

The Mania Surrounding TV's Breakout Hit Has Been Glorious-Except for One Worsening Problem

The story of Heated Rivalry, the gay hockey romance that went from a small-budget Canadian production to a streaming hit and global phenomenon, feels like a fairy tale in many ways. The show, which is based on Rachel Reid's Game Changers novels, has reportedly drawn an average of 9 million viewers per episode on HBO Max in the United States since it debuted last November, making it one of the streamer's top scripted shows of the year.
LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Infinite Icon: A Visual Memoir review Paris Hilton's act of self-love shows there's nothing behind the mask

Paris Hilton here presents us with an unbearable act of docu-self-love, avowedly a behind-the-scenes study of her second studio album, Infinite Icon, and where she's at as a musician, survivor and mom. But maybe there is, in fact, nothing behind the scenes; judging by this, the scenes are all there is: Insta-exhibitionism, empty phrases and show. Hilton's second album no doubt has its admirers and detractors, and her fans are perfectly happy with it.
Film
Philosophy
fromOpen Culture
3 months ago

Walter Benjamin Explains How Fascism Uses Mass Media to Turn Politics Into Spectacle (1935)

Mechanical reproduction erodes art's aura—its authentic presence—transforming art into mass-mediated spectacle and simulated intimacy while commodifying personality.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The History of Concrete review John Wilson's first movie is an absurd triumph

John Wilson's The History of Concrete extends his observational, meandering documentary style into a 100-minute feature blending humor, urban meditation, and celebrity absurdity.
Film
fromIndieWire
3 months ago

Corey Feldman's Documentarian Marcie Hume on Why the '80s Teen Icon Is More Than Just a 'Victim' or 'Villain'

Corey Feldman's trajectory moved from 1980s child-star fame to addiction, alleged childhood abuse, tabloid infamy, and contentious adult projects examined in an intimate documentary.
Film
fromBustle
3 months ago

Beefcakes Are Back

By 2026 the cultural ideal shifted from slender 'twink' aesthetics to a revived 'beefcake' masculinity emphasizing muscles, mustaches, and overt physicality.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Cameo by Rob Doyle review a fantasy of literary celebrity in the culture war era

Perky, satirical portrait centred on a globe-trotting Dublin figure whose sensational life—crime, drugs, sex, espionage—and pettiness lampoon contemporary literary culture and celebrity.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The 2016 trend on social media is giving me absolute chills. But could it be the cure for this new-year funk? | Eleanor Burnard

Widespread nostalgia glorifies 2016 aesthetics while overlooking that year’s significant political upheavals, celebrity deaths, and cultural contradictions.
#golden-globes
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

The Golden Globes reunions and moments the telecast didn't show

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Brooklyn Peltz Beckham set an important trend. Will other men follow? | Polly Hudson

After attempting to make his mark as a footballer, photographer and chef, at last Brooklyn Peltz Beckham appears to have secured his legacy. He will no longer be remembered as simply the nepo-baby son of David and Victoria; he'll also go down in history as a somewhat unlikely/possibly accidental feminist activist. It was when Brooklyn married Nicola Peltz in 2022 that he became Brooklyn Peltz Beckham, an ally who turbo-boosted a quietly growing trend.
Miscellaneous
Television
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Catherine Prasifka: RTE's flagship renovation show feels detached from reality, as so many viewers don't have a room to improve

Owning any home is an unattainable dream for many, while reality TV appeals by elevating ordinary people into celebrity through voyeuristic scenarios.
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

2025 was the year we grew tired of celebrity for celebrity's sake | Nadia Khomami

Public tolerance for celebrity self-promotion is collapsing amid global crises, and lavish displays by the wealthy provoke backlash for being tone-deaf.
fromPortland Mercury
4 months ago

The Trash Report: Clip Show!

President Biden hosted a little get-together to give out Congressional Medals of Freedom to a bunch of fancy people like Bono, Jane Goodall, Magic Johnson, and others. These medals are basically handed out to whoever the President thinks is cool and wants to meet, so I imagine he was like, "Shit, I gotta move out of this place in like two weeks and I haven't even had Denzel Washington and Bill Nye over yet to see my stuff!"
US politics
Film
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 months ago

Sydney Sweeney, the actress praised by Trump: Women are up against what society wants them to be'

Sydney Sweeney excels in intimate settings, manages viral controversies carefully, focuses on varied film and TV roles, and transformed physically to portray boxer Christy Martin.
World news
fromDefector
4 months ago

The 2025 Hate List | Defector

Criticism must maintain artistic standards by calling out dishonest, petty, and exploitative cultural phenomena while selectively excluding already-obviously detestable actors.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
4 months ago

Comedian applauded for his hot take on 'straight, progressive people'

For seven years, straight people let the Queer Eye guys into their apartments. No questions asked by the way. They say 'Come in! Yeah, take my sofa and compost it. It was given to me by my grandmother. She fought for women's rights. I don't give a f*** about her anymore. Yeah, replace it with a slab of reclaimed wood'.
LGBT
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

I tried Raya for a month. I liked it, but it wasn't the celebrity-filled paradise I expected.

Raya is a members-only dating app. Daters must submit an application to get behind the app's golden gates, which includes linking your Instagram profile. Getting a recommendation from a current Raya member can be helpful. I had all of that: the public Instagram, the referral from a friend, and a willingness to pay Raya's $24.99 monthly fee (or $49.99 for premium features). It still took me months to get accepted.
Relationships
Film
fromAnOther
4 months ago

Theodore Pellerin on Lurker and the Dark Side of Fan Culture

Lurker explores blurred lines between love and obsession as a lonely fan infiltrates a rising popstar's life, revealing identity performance and fear of rejection.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

The art of going Instagram official': how 10 celebrity couples shared their love with the world

As a mark of pure intent, going Instagram official has become a firmly entrenched dating marker. To post a picture of you and your new partner on Instagram on the grid, mind you, not hiding behind the cowardice of a story is to not only declare that you are in love, but also that you are confident enough in your future to share it with the world.
Music
Music
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Everyone's talking about: Parasocial relationships - but is the false intimacy fuelled by social media harmful?

Music and social media foster a sense of connection that drives deep fan investment in celebrities' private lives, risking unhealthy parasocial engagement.
Film
fromConde Nast Traveler
4 months ago

'Jay Kelly' Gives Us George Clooney on a Grand Tour of Europe

An A-list actor follows his backpacking daughter across glamorous European locations, prompting family reconnection amid satirical glimpses of celebrity life and polished production design.
Film
fromInverse
4 months ago

Exclusive: Read An Excerpt From Tim Blake Nelson's New Novel 'Superhero'

Tim Blake Nelson wrote Superhero to use the superhero-movie milieu to examine larger American cultural issues and fractures.
Arts
fromARTnews.com
4 months ago

At Art Basel, Beeple Unleashes Pooping Robot Dogs Modeled After Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg

Beeple's Regular Animals uses robot animals with celebrity heads to satirize algorithmic image-making and the spectacle of digital platforms.
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