Childhood And Celebrity

The twenty-first century has seen an explosion in the ways and means in which children can become part of celebrity culture. With the rise in popularity of reality TV, child beauty pageants, talent shows, and social media platforms, as well as more established routes to fame through TV, cinema, theatre and music, the number of children establishing a presence in public life continues to proliferate. Childhood and Celebrity brings together international scholarly writing and research about famous children, and representations of childhood, from a range of disciplines including Childhood Studies, Celebrity Studies, Cultural Studies and Film Studies in order to open up a theoretical space in which to explore and understand the complex relationship between contemporary childhood and celebrity culture. This unique collection includes detailed case studies of specific child performers such as McCaulay Culkin and Miley Cyrus, histories of child stars in the ‘Golden Age’ of Hollywood, analyses of representations of children in film and discussions of children as media creators and producers. Key themes of transgression, gender, ‘coming of age’, childhood innocence and children’s rights recur in the chapters and present a compelling argument for the emergence of the field of Childhood and Celebrity as an area of study in its own right.

In the twenty-first-century economy, there’s only one way to guarantee your child a bright and happy future: make that baby an Internet celebrity. But how? In How to Make Your Baby an Internet Celebrity, you’ll learn to assess your baby’s best attributes (is she smarter than a chimp?), assign a compelling screen persona (clumsiness = on-screen gold), and plan the ultimate viral Internet video. Make your baby an Internet celebrity . . . because the world needs cuteness now more than ever!

Based on the popular blog of the same name, Suri's Burn Book is told from the harsh yet clever perspective of “Suri Cruise,” Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes' five-year-old daughter—and one of the youngest fashionistas in America today. Suri's snarky and clever wit will cover everything celeb obsessed, from celebrity culture and fashion mistakes to celebs who are annoying pregnant. Also included is Suri's very best advice and essays on topics ranging from pop culture to politics, accompanied by approximately 100 full-color photos throughout.

Step Inside the Intricate World of Child Celebrities Are you intrigued by the glitz and glamour of Hollywood? Do the tales of child stars navigating fame pique your curiosity? Then prepare to dive deep into an insightful exposé on the complex dynamics and psychological implications that childhood fame brings. Growing Up Famous: The Psychological Complexity of Child Celebrities illuminates the glamorous world of fame while delving deep into the psychological realm of young, venerable talents. Craving a juicy read? Get ready to be captivated by industry revelations, celebrity tales twisted with rebellion, and the toll of fame on mental health. These intricately woven aspects serve as an underbelly to the flashing camera lights, designer clothes and the worldwide adoration that children celebrities seemingly enjoy. Explore the unsettling correlation between fame and rebellion, a spectacle we've seen play out with celebrities gone rogue. Uncover the hidden traumas of those who live their adolescence under the constant scrutiny of the world. Delve into the shocking instances of abuse that the industry hides behind its elaborate façade. The book also offers an intimate look at the role parents play in shaping, or sometimes exploiting, these tender careers. Interactions with Hollywood parents, deeply examined within, reveal the blurred lines between care and commercial gain. Growing Up Famous takes a balanced approach by focusing on the crucial psychological support needed for these young stars. It represents an urgent call for the industry to cater for the mental well-being of its young talents and breaks down the stigma around therapy. But it's not all grim. The book also captures courageous tales of resilience, navigating choppy seas of fame, and triumphing against all odds. Transitioning from a child star to an adult celebrity is an aspect that's given special emphasis highlighting examples of those who have mastered this often precarious path. The book is a rich blend of high-profile stories, in-depth research, and a deep understanding of child psychology, presented in an engaging and thought-provoking manner. Curiosity sparked? Give in to your curiosity and step inside the intriguing world of child celebrities!

Spider thinks he is a celebrity. Why you ask? Because if anyone sees him, they scream with "delight." This charming tale shows that your perspective on life, no matter how misconstrued, can keep you confident in any situation.

Celebrity culture surrounds us. We are inundated with information about actors and actresses, athletes, musicians, and others who have become famous or infamous. Although we never will likely meet or get to know them, our interest in them seems boundless. We are literally obsessed with being entertained as well as with the people who entertain us. Who our celebrities are has also shifted; in the past, celebrity status was bestowed on men and women of great accomplishment, those who had given the world something to be proud of and to celebrate. Conversely, today’s celebrities are generally people involved in entertainment—from TV newscasters to people who appear on reality television programs, as well as some who are simply famous for being famous. What remains an enigma is why we, as a society, are so infatuated with being entertained, as well as with those who entertain us and appear in the media. This book makes sense of this spectacle by explaining the reasons for this obsession from a psychological, social, and historical perspective. It suggests that we have become addicted in much the same way that a person becomes addicted to drugs or alcohol. Finally, the author offers his observations on how to free our minds from this captivation. Anyone interested in understanding more about our need to live vicariously through the rich and famous will find answers in this book.