Andrea Cepeda, University of North Texas

Sometimes the truth is stranger than (science) fiction.

Kylie Clifton, Loyola Marymount University

The British rock star reinvented the remix last year with ‘Cold Heart (PNAU Remix),’ but fails to follow his formula with the iconic pop star’s landmark return to music.

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

It used to be American music’s biggest awards ceremony and party. Unfortunately, it has taken a turn for the worse in recent years.

Meredith Granmayeh, Chapman University

The childhood actor’s newly acquired reputation as a bully on set and drama with Britney Spears has made fans question their nostalgia for her past roles.

Asiya Robinson, Rowan University

The Netflix documentary details the pop star’s fight for freedom against her conservatorship.

Mariam Nasief, Columbia University

#FreeBritney is at its peak — and through it we see a woman trying to regain control of her life being met with corruption, sexism and abuse.

Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

Jude Ellison Sady Doyle explores the collision of voyeurism and misogyny that causes us to relish the fall of famous women.

Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

The New York Times documentary boldly exposes the dark underbelly of Hollywood stardom, showing how tabloid culture exploited, harassed and vilified a young popstar — and how the people around her failed to protect her.

Katherine Brand, University of Michigan

The popular singers’ recent behavior on social media has fans concerned that she is being manipulated by a controlling conservatorship.

Nina Dutta, Occidental College

After an Instagram post sparked some serious political discussion — and considering all the pop icon has been through — she certainly deserves the title.

Jake Mauriello, SUNY New Paltz

Nothings says ’tis the season like a go-to Christmas track.

Lexi Anderson, Pratt Institute

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