Why Is Celebrity Culture So Popular In The United States?
Are you caught up on the latest celebrity news? Hollywood gossip and entertainment is one of the most popular industries in the United States — from selling millions of magazine copies to selling out entire theaters for popular films, you’d be hard-pressed to find an American who isn’t well-versed in celeb gossip, news and art. Actors, actresses and musicians are all talented craftsmen who often use their prestige to bring attention to important issues facing modern Americans. Below is a crash course in anything and everything celebrity gossip, from television industry figures to the most popular musicians.
Did You Know?
Surveys have been conducted to analyze the influence celebrity culture has on the average American. Turns out nearly half of all adults believe celebrities can either make a huge (at 11%) or somewhat (at 33%) positive difference to the issues they promote, be it environmental change or social awareness. Celebrity-induced support for various causes tends to be at its highest among 18 to 36 year-olds at 27%, while only 10% of older Americans will participate with the same enthusiasm. A 2011 study conducted by Harvard Business School came to the conclusion that signing a big-name endorser increases a company’s sale by a stunning $10 million, with another 0.25% increase in stock returns.
Film And Television
Think you know the most popular television networks? Don’t hold your breath quite yet! Black Entertainment Television (shortened to BET) is viewed by a stunning 90 million homes worldwide — the year 2010 saw it the most prominent entertainment network targeting young African-American audiences, widely considered the leading provider of the black American cultural and entertainment experience. The network regularly showcases a wide variety of drama, action and comedy films alongside network-exclusive television shows, interviews and promotions. The Oprah Winfrey show aired for a whopping 25 seasons, starting from 1986 to 2011 — placed on 120 separate channels and broadcasting to over 10 million people, the show grossed a total of $125 million and remains one of the most successful talk shows to date.
Music And Dance
What are the most popular musical genres in the United States? While pop and dance have always enjoyed widespread popularity, hip-hop remains one of the most influential forms of music around. Just how much? Well, the year 2011 saw hip-hop receiving the most ‘likes’ (over 315,000) on Facebook from college students out of any other musical genre. Jay-Z earned his 11th number one album on the Billboard 200, beating out Elvis’ previous record for most amount of number one albums sold by a solo artist. Some actors do music on the side and some musicians do acting on their spare time, as you’ll find out below!
Actors And Actresses
You wouldn’t have celebrity culture without the actors and actresses that make it all possible. If you want to learn more, look no further than black celebrity news! Tyra Banks is the first African-American woman to be featured on the covers of GQ all the way back in 1996, later pioneering Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Editions and the Victoria’s Secret lingerie catalog. Beyonce has an estimated net worth of over $450 million, still standing as one of the most successful female musicians in the world. Last, but certainly not least, we have Will Smith — this man is one of the film industry’s most highly coveted and paid actors, with almost all of his films grossing over $100 million at a time.
Influence Of Celebrities
So, now that we’ve covered music, film and television, just how influential is Hollywood gossip? The combined revenue for the celebrity gossip industry exceeds more than $3 billion on a yearly basis. Over seven million people in the United States visited RandB and hip-hop concerts within a 12-month period before spring of 2008, which is nothing to say of similar viewership for film, television and online entertainment. Thanks to the talents and efforts of hardworking artists and writers, the world is a more vibrant place to live in. How has gossip and art culture influenced your life for the better?