It is obvious that in a society that is obsessed by media and celebrity culture, celebrities have a great impact on everyone. From fashion trends to life style or political views, people 's behaviors, interests and beliefs are strongly affected by celebrities. Furthermore, these celebrity-culture-obsessions usually begin at an early age, therefore, other than adults, teenagers and children are most impressed. They often think of famous people as role model and try to become those figures (C. Shaffer, 2010). For example, there was a research done by the UK research organization YouGov in 2005 which surveyed a group 800 of 16-19-year-age young people (Cassidy 2006). It showed that 10% of teenagers would leave school to appear on TV if they had …show more content…
Celebrities can have a positive effect on teenagers by setting a good example of how to live and act. For example, some are involved in humanitarian efforts such as fighting social injustices, raising money for sick or injured people, supporting relief efforts when extreme weather damages a community, contributing financially to hospitals or hosting free events to support philanthropic efforts. Celebrities who show integrity in their personal and professional lives, such as obeying the laws and honoring their relationships, are positive role models for teenagers. Also, Celebrities can have a positive effect in teenagers ' lives when they promote education and cultural awareness. Celebrities who complete college coursework, have an interest in politics, write books, study literature, travel abroad or engage in debates showcase their intellectual skills. They teach teenagers that it 's not just about what 's on the outside -- it 's what 's on the inside that really matters. Famous athletes who perform eloquent interviews and have college degrees teach teenagers that it pays to stay in school. Movie stars who speak at college graduations or host effective live interviews show teenagers that it takes more than good looks to make it in the real world --