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Celebrity Influence

Celebrities have always (0) PLAYED a role in shaping public taste, but social media has made their influence on young people much stronger. A singer can post a photo in the morning and, by lunchtime, thousands of teenagers may have copied the outfit. For many, following famous people online is a way to feel (1) .......... to a glamorous world that seems exciting and effortless. However, this constant stream of images can also (2) .......... unrealistic expectations. When influencers show only the best moments, it is easy to forget that photos are often edited and carefully planned. As a (3) .........., some young people compare themselves unfairly and feel they are not good enough. Parents and teachers often try to (4) .......... teenagers against these pressures, but banning social media rarely works. A better approach is to encourage them to (5) .......... a critical eye and ask who benefits from a post. Many celebrities are paid to promote products, even when they claim they are just sharing a personal favourite. In the end, young people need to learn to (6) .......... apart entertainment and advertising, and to (7) .......... their own values rather than copying someone else. If they do that, they are less likely to (8) .......... for every trend that appears on their screen.