celebrity activism

For an article about celebrities in politics, a woman with black hair stands tall above a pink mountain shaped like a face. Behind her is the "Hollywood" sign and a graph going up and down.

Celebrity Politics: A Double-Edged Sword

Karla D. Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio

From speeches at award shows to the extensive use of social media platforms, celebrities are more vocal about political issues than ever before.…

November 2, 2023

An Illustration of Sacheen Littlefeather

Sacheen Littlefeather and her Indelible Mark on Pop Culture

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

Her lifelong career in activism and media has cemented her cultural legacy.…

November 1, 2022

An image of President Biden and Olivia Rodrigo for an article about getting the COVID-19 vaccine.

Vaccine Is the New Vogue: Encouraging Young People to Vaccinate

Darby Williams, University of Michigan

As attempts to assuage public fears regarding the shot fail, the CDC resorts to the oldest trick in the book: celebrity endorsement.…

August 6, 2021

Illustration by Xingzhou Cheng for an article on celebrities and politics

Should Celebrities Be Pressured To Engage in Politics?

Kirtika Sharad, George Washington University

It's become expected of the rich and famous to use their massive platforms to tackle social and political issues, but should they be involved at all?…

November 18, 2020

Image of Jameela Jamil hosting podcast I Weigh with Debra Messing

Jameela Jamil’s ‘I Weigh’ Podcast Is a Refreshing Take on Body Positivity

Emma T., UC Berkeley

Activists, influencers and celebrities are opening up to Jamil about body image, mental health and many other important issues.…

September 9, 2020

The Glamorous Pitfalls of Celebrity Activism

Tricia Crimmins, Bates College

When stars dabble in public affairs, philanthropy can get messy.…

October 1, 2018

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