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    I. Introduction “The extent and quality of information about celebrities in the media seems particularly disproportionate today, multiplying and intensifying at such a rate that “legitimate” information has lost priority. a website author revealed the promotion of celebrity news in the media. Meanwhile, Aleister Crowley described Hollywood stars as “cocaine-crazed sex maniacs”. Prominent historian Daniel Boorstin defined "celebrity" in his 1961 investigation The Image, which he saw as an American devolution, as a person known for their notoriety. Additionally, Newsweek contributor Neal Gabler said that stardom or stardom is a new art form that rivals and triumphs over more traditional entertainment such as books, plays, television shows, and movies . Among the thousands of these celebrities, people don't remember them all. Some became celebrities because they had real talent to showcase and made remarkable contributions to the industry, like the famous actress Meryl Streep and the “nice guy from Hollywood” Tom Hanks for their impeccable performances. They became popular not because they led sensational or salacious lives, but because of their skills that people want to hear or read about. On the other hand, others only gained instant popularity through what they label as scandals or controversies. Furthermore, a scandal can be expressed as an attack on an individual's public image based on shameful events concerning their private life, while a controversy is a dispute where there is strong disagreement. In Hollywood, or what we call “Tinseltown,” this is when bizarre acts are committed or secrets are revealed in various ways. These can include leaked private videos, salacious comments, and illegal behavior. Every celebrity has the opportunity to...... middle of paper...... Scandal like Winona Ryder". E-How. "How to recover from a scandal like Mel Gibson". E- How..King , Susan. “The sex scandals that shook Hollywood: Celebrities have a long history of sordid acts.” The Calgary Herald, October 19, 2009. “In defense of our Brangelina-loving, Jon-hating culture.” Kate, who is vulgar and makes fun of the Tiger.” News Week. December 21, 2009. “Lindsay's Bodyguard Reveals All: His Sick Secret World.” Rosenfield, Paul. walks in Hollywood. Warner Books 1992. Cross, Robin and Marriot, John.. 1997.