Celebrity ~ Marina Hyde

Marina Hydes Celebrity: How Entertainers Took Over the World and Why We Need an Exit Strategy is a scathing, satirical exploration of how fame has seeped into every corner of public life. With her trademark wit and journalistic precision, Hyde examines the bizarre phenomenon of celebrities positioning themselves as global authorities, whether it's Angelina Jolie weighing in on foreign policy or Sharon Stone attempting peace negotiations. The book critiques the medias role in elevating celebrity opinions to near-sacred status, often at the expense of expertise and nuance. One of its standout features is a glossary that hilariously decodes celebrity euphemismslike exhaustion meaning a prescription drug problem, which itself is code for a cocaine habit. Hyde also dissects the anatomy of a celebrity entourage, revealing the surreal layers of support staff from nutritionists to dog beauticians. Its a sharp, funny, and unflinching look at the cult of fame and its influence on everything from politics to humanitarianism. If youre curating a listing or themed sale around cultural critique or media satire, this ones a gem to spotlight.