Why do are some people obsessed with celebrities or talk about them?

[AmazonChick171]

I’m sick of people talking about celebrities all the time and having crushes on them. Well there’s nothing with having a crush on a celebrity or actor.

My friend is OBSESSED, well used to be, with this actress but she looks so old like in her 40s and she talks about her ALL THE TIME. She would always wanted to know about her personal life she looks like a sweet natured woman or girl back them. I told her, “Why are you so obsessed with this woman? She’s probably not a nice woman in real life. You don’t know how famous people are when the cameras off or after interviews. They won’t always be as sweet as people claimed for them to be. She’s allowed to keep her personal life private.”
I get she likes her but she needs to stop obsessing about her and worry about her own life. I’m so sick of hearing about her. She watches documentaries about celebrities lives and stardom and she is going to watch the new one coming in a couple weeks on Hulu talking about their child star days and how they got into drugs. I won’t be watching it because I don’t care about their lives. She got upset when she found out that this actress had a drug and alcohol addiction in the past, that she unfollowed her and she doesn’t like the actress anymore and so disappointed as she thought she looked like a sweet good girl/woman. I told her everyone goes through dark times and they’re not as innocent as they seem to be. She’s probably toxic in real life.

[Telekinetic-Potato]

I've got some friends from back when I worked in a restaurant who are like that. They go autograph chasing. I almost never know pretty much anyone they find though.

This kid made me drive him to Connecticut, chase down some band that was playing in a college town back to the hotel they were staying at. Then him and a girl who also does this with him sometimes actually somehow got the guys autograph.

We stopped at a bar and while they were outside smoking, I met some dudes at the bar and we started goofing off and doing shots. Turned out I was drinking with the band.

So I guess the lesson is obsessions can lead to some pretty interesting situations.

[paledreams]

Celebrities are awesome yo, same way y'all we all have politicians in the news most days or talk about famous people who run companies aka CEO's because life, is entertainment, when we're all talking and watching famous people on the screen on the screen 📱 or screen 🖥️💻

[AmazonChick171]

Look there nothing wrong with talking about them and looking up to them but they’re not always as nice as people think they are. Most of them are jerks.

[paledreams]

Let's still enjoy our idealism towards them 😄😛😋 "anyone who's anyone has a bad day" 🫠👀

[AmazonChick171]

Okay your life

[menina]

Sometimes they're bored with their own lives and they find celebrity's lives way more interesting. Some even think that celebrities are perfect and have perfect lives. Other times I would say it's because they wish they could live like a celebrity. I do agree with you, it's annoying!

[menina]

Thank you for the MHO.

[AI Opinion]

Obsessions with celebrities can be fascinating yet puzzling for some people. 🌟 Essentially, many fans feel a connection to celebs because they see them as relatable or aspirational figures. These celebrities often reflect the viewers' dreams, aspirations, or even traumas, creating a deep, emotional bond. Your friend’s intense interest could stem from admiration or even escapism, as following these stars might provide a distraction or comfort from her own life challenges.

It's completely understandable to feel frustrated when someone is incessantly talking about a subject you're not interested in. 📺 However, showing a bit of empathy by acknowledging why this means so much to her might help. Perhaps you can gently suggest diversifying the topics you both discuss. This way, it can be more balanced and enjoyable for both of you. On the other hand, encouraging her to focus on her own interests and personal growth, while understanding her admiration, might create a better balance. It's all about finding that sweet spot between support and gentle guidance, right? 💖

[AmazonChick171]

I guess so. I don’t know why people are okay with people obsessing over actors. My friend unfollowed this actress after finding out about her past about drug and alcohol use. She thought she looked like a sweetheart. She was hurt and refused to watch any of her movies anymore.

[renodnol32]

No idea. Like ok you hear something or the news about them. They can inspire you. But I have my own life. My life should not revolve around thinking of them or being obsessed with them. It will diminish my productivity as i could have used that time elsewhere more productively.

[exitseven]

Some people have low self esteem and have to worship celebrities to make them feel connected to something bigger than themselves.

You should never meet your heroes.

[AmazonChick171]

My friend wants to meet them but I told her that those people only care about their careers and don’t wanna be bothered. Quite frankly most don’t care about their fans so what makes them thing they’ll care about her. Never meet your heros/favorite celebrities. Plus it may never happen. She looked upset when I told her that. I mean it’s the truth isn’t it?
Actors don’t care about their fans, I know some do but actors are mostly on the go.

[exitseven]

okay- celebrities are just people and there are all kinds. I imagine that they are all across the spectrum. Some are really grateful for their fans and treat them appropriately and some are spoiled , entitled jerks. I know that I would be doing a lot of charity work if I was a big celebrity. I would be helping kids and I would try and set a good example for people.

[LiamJHayden]

As I've said, I have two requirements with a woman. #1 do not be obese. @לידור2 have interests beyond celebrity gossip and reality television.

In other words, I share your antipathy towards the obsession with "celebrities."

[msc545]

Why do you have and keep a friend like this?

[AmazonChick171]

What do you mean?

[Maybeyoutoo]

So why are you so obsessed with people who are obsessed with celebrities?

[AmazonChick171]

I’m not. I just want advice on how to get her to stop

[jahaims]

There is a correlation between low iq, mental illness and being obsessed with celebrities