Celebrity

A person widely recognized as famous.

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A celebrity is a person who is widely recognized and enjoys fame, often due to their involvement in entertainment, sports, or politics. The term originated from the word 'celebrate,' reflecting public admiration and attention.

/ˈsɛləbrɪti/

Derived from 'celebrate,' indicating a person worthy of public admiration.

A celebrity is someone lots of people know and recognize, like actors or singers.

What makes someone a celebrity? Widespread public recognition and fame
How do people become celebrities? Through achievements in fields like entertainment, sports, or politics
What is a 'cult of personality'? A phenomenon where a celebrity gains excessive public admiration

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