Most of us have favorite artists/celebrities whom we look up to and get inspired by them. When important events are happening and need fast and direct attention, many people often ask their favorite celebrities to speak up and raise awareness.
Celebrities have an undeniable power of being connected to millions of people around the world, this power could be more influential than politicians and leaders. Even if these celebrities do not have a social media presence, they attend public events such as award shows that give them a platform to do what is right.
When people ask celebrities to speak up regarding an important cause, they are aware that a celebrity won't solve world problems single-handedly, but their influence over millions of people can have a huge impact by directing attention to a certain cause and pressuring world leaders to do something about it.
Some people might consider these requests to be insignificant and think that celebrities should not play any role in raising awareness or speaking up. I disagree with this view. Celebrities like everyone else living on this planet should have a role in making it a better place. They also have some sort of responsibility since they have more influence than regular people.
When people ask their favorite celebrities to show where they stand regarding a certain cause, they also want to see if this celebrity shares the same thoughts and opinions as them. It is difficult for me and many other people to support someone who has different values.
Of course, these requests should be done politely and respectfully, some people might use it as a way to send hate towards a famous person, which is deeply wrong and does not help anyone.
When a celebrity is silent regarding a certain cause, it can be frustrating to people who support them as they can see this silence as some sort of selfish behavior or as being disconnected from the real world around us.
Celebrities can choose silence due to fear of losing popularity, but many people could like their favorite celebrities a little less if they remain silent.
The influence that celebrities are blessed with extends beyond entertainment and can be leveraged to bring about positive change by sparking conversations, mobilizing communities, and encouraging more people to take action.
They can draw to issues that might otherwise go unnoticed. Their status and visibility make them effective advocates for marginalized communities and global challenges. By lending their voice to these causes, celebrities can amplify the voices of those who are often unheard, shining a spotlight on important issues and encouraging public discourse.
Celebrities can also use their influence to generate support and resources for various charitable organizations and initiatives. The ability of celebrities to rally support can lead to significant contributions and impact on the ground.
It is perfectly acceptable to want to want to know the views and opinions of your favorite artists and celebrities, and request this from them in a nice way. This does not mean you expect them to change the world but to play their part in our quest for a better life on this planet. True progress requires a collective effort from all members of society, including celebrities, public figures, and regular people.
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