SHOULD CELEBRITIES BE CONSIDERED A ROLE MODEL?

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When thinking of the word ‘celebrity’ you may think of people such as Kardashians, Miley Cyrus, or Justin Bieber. These celebrities might not have the best reputation or be able to be considered role models.

On the other hand, some celebrities have selfless qualities and truly impact our society for the better such as Oprah Winfrey, Angelina Jolie, or Shah Rukh Khan. A hero is a person who is admired for their courage, outstanding achievements, or commendable qualities. Whereas, a role model is an admirable person looked to by others as an example to strive to be like.

Some celebrities most certainly fit into either one of these categories, however, when in the world’s spotlight, many celebrities develop a poor reputation.

I don’t believe celebrities should be idolized or worshipped as much as they are; however, some of them have achieved great things which indeed make them a role model or even a hero to some.

The question “should celebrities be considered a role model?” actually raises a better question that must be answered first: should anyone be placed on a pedestal and regarded as a role model to another?

However, this is how they become defined as role models: by the way they handle failure and hardships. Those in limelight do not always choose to be role models and honestly, it isn’t in their job description to do so.

Hence, their main job is to entertain the crowd, signed to be role models, neither good nor bad. I believe that our parents should be the real role model in our lives. People in our society need to focus on themselves and gradually, will take place.

On that note, I would rather be looking up to someone with a positive approach and influence, and not just being arduous to choose wisely!