The Celebrity Drug

August 24, 2007 on 9:55 am | In Cultural Commentary |

Does anyone else out there have a secret, shameful interest in celebrity gossip? I mean, bad enough to purchase “In Touch” now and then, and to read celeb gossip blogs?

I’m raising my hand over here, people.

I know it’s a horrible sin but I figure in the grand scheme of things, it’s not a bad idea to balance out all my other commitments with some fluff. Please don’t write to me and say, “But PeaceBang, it isn’t really just fluff — it’s part of the corporate big media imperialist machine!” I know; I’ve thought about that. And I still figure it’s a better outlet for this small-town pastor than the usual ones like drinking too much or having inappropriate relationships.

My favorite celebrity blog is The Superficial. It makes me laugh. Here, now you can indulge in my little secret.

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  1. Though it pains me to admit this, I do keep up with celebrity gossip as a sort of guilty pleasure. Of course, my conscience kicks in and asks me frequently whether I’m contributing to a cult of personality that is a horrible example to our young people. In my defense, I argue that I seldom contribute to the pocketbooks of spoiled stars and only pay attention to celebrity gossip in much the same fashion as I pay attention to accidents on the side of the road.

    Comment by Comrade Kevin — August 24, 2007 #

  2. Well, when they stopped publishing Premier magazine the sent us a subscription to Us (how they are similar I am not sure) and I read everything I could ever have wanted to know about Paris, Lindsay, and Nicole… sadly/gladly the subscription ran out and we don’t get it anymore. I am guilty of reading anything that comes through the door. Celebrity gossip to cereal boxes!

    Comment by jacqueline — August 24, 2007 #

  3. I’m right there with you. A more terrible version of The Superficial is DListed.com Only visit when you’re prepared to read the worst of the best dish around.

    Comment by Kate — August 24, 2007 #

  4. Hey, I love to watch trashy shows on HBO such as “Big Love” and “Cat house” My parishioners would be so appalled. However recently I was in a skit where I played a biblical prostitute. I was good, but maybe a little to good. :)

    Comment by God Guurrll — August 24, 2007 #

  5. The Sopranos on DVD is my (our) thing, along with a glass (or two) of wine once the kids are asleep. We just started season four.

    Don’t feel bad about your celebrity thing–I read people magazine in the checkout line, right along with everyone I know and like ;)

    Comment by Madgebaby — August 24, 2007 #

  6. I get my fix–once in a while–in waiting rooms. :)

    Comment by Heather — August 27, 2007 #

  7. While I don’t share your interest in celebrity gossip, I am far, far away from judging you for it. I am a big believer in ministers needing an escape from reality every now and then. And why not? We are confronted with reality far too much: who is addicted to what, who went off their medication, stories of infidelity, stories of abuse and cruelty, and a million other little pieces of the “real world” that are hidden from view in polite company. I say, if you can find something that gives you a break from all that, and that something is not harmful to you or someone else (drinking too much or some other unhealthy behavior), and do so in moderation (not a permanent escape), than hallelujah! For me its science fiction and pro football. To each their own.

    Comment by KYC — August 28, 2007 #

  8. I’ll stand up and say it! I’m not afraid to say that I purchased an US weekly to catch up on my favorite celebs love life/weightloss/baby bump. I like to be in the know. I need an escape from my own life for a hot second thats why sometimes I like to read about other peoples. sad but true :) and pretty much human nature IMO.

    Comment by Veronica — August 29, 2007 #

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