By Madison Gering ’16
When sitting at my lunch table, reality TV stars are always a topic of discussion. Whether it is discussing the latest episode of “Housewives of Beverly Hills,” or Scott Disick’s recent check into rehab, it always makes its way into our conversations. It can sometimes even turn into a heated debate over what we think is best for these celebrities we feel as though we know. People are able to connect to their favorite celebrities through Instagram, Twitter and Snapchat as well as many other apps.
This allows obsessive fans to connect to their favorite celebrities in numerous ways. On top of watching their favorites on TV weekly, they also can keep a 24 hour watch on social media apps.People usually become obsessed with these celebrities because their TV programs show every aspect of their life. Specifically, the Kardashians have no shame in sharing every intimate detail of their day with their fans.
Episodes include everything from videos of Kim giving birth to shopping for her favorite deodorant. Knowing the most personal things of their favorite celebrities makes fans feel like they have this connection to their favorite stars.
“I really enjoy watching the Kardashians and Housewives because I love watching what is going on with the characters,” senior Sheri Astorino said.
Students also follow reality TV stars because of the entertaining lives they live. Stars of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills all drive around in the fancy cars shopping and dining. There is always drama on the show whether it is someone throwing a drink in someone’s face or getting in a fistfight.
“I like to watch reality TV because I am fascinated about their extravagant lives. It is very entertaining to see how they live and it always makes me laugh,” senior Isabelle Caine said.
People become emotionally attached to reality stars because they feel as though they get to experience life along side them. Shows like “The Bachelor” and “The Bachelorette” let fans join the cast through their “journey for love.” Fans ultimately become obsessive over reality stars because they feel as though they reach a personal level with them.
