Use of English

Celebrity Influence

Celebrities have a strong influence on many young people today. Through social media, films and music, famous people can quickly become role models. Teenagers often copy the clothes they wear, the products they use and even the way they speak. This can sometimes be positive, for example when a celebrity talks (0) OPENLY about mental health or encourages fans to work hard. However, there can also be negative effects. Some young people compare themselves (1) .......... celebrities and feel unhappy if they do not look the same. Others may spend too much money trying to keep (2) .......... with the latest trends. In addition, not everything celebrities share online is real. Photos are often edited, and this can give teenagers a false (3) .......... of beauty and success. For this reason, parents and teachers should help young people think carefully about what they see online. It is important to remind them that fame does not always (4) .......... happiness. Young people should learn to make their own choices instead (5) .......... following every trend. If they do this, they will be less likely to be taken (6) .......... by appearances alone.