At the Grammy awards, who is it that decides who wins and how do they come to that conclusion?
Celebrity Politics articles on Democracy Chronicles
This is our collection of Celebrity Politics articles where celebrities who promote democracy (or don't) are featured. In the democratic world where popular artists and other thinkers are free to criticize government, celebrities have often gone into politics. Celebrities represent a pool of potential political candidates who are often self-made individuals and, at the very least, usually not related to previous politicians. Also, see Political Art.
A look at Jane Fonda’s journey from celebrity to leading activist
The 80-year-old actress bares her soul in “Jane Fonda in Five Acts,” a startlingly candid documentary that premiered at the Sundance Film Festival
Donald Reagan: The Next Era of Prosperity
Ronald Reagan was a truly transformational leader who brought about American prosperity after the stagflation-hit 1970s and revitalizing American conservatism in late-twentieth century politics.
5 Celebrities Who Could Challenge Trump For President In 2020
There’s been quite a lot made recently of the possibility that Oprah could run for President in 2020, with even Trump addressing the possibility.
For African-Americans, celebrity and politics has always mixed
Black celebrities of the 1930s and 1940s weren’t simply entertainers; they were living proof that African-Americans didn’t need to succumb to stereotypes
Behind the rise in American celebrity politicians
From Reagan to Trump, and now rumors are, maybe Oprah, US celebrity politicians abound
Speech reveals Oprah Winfrey run for president is likely
The question isn’t will Oprah Winfrey run for president, but when. Electrified by her speech onstage at an unusually politicized Golden Globes, celebrities in the audience and fans watching from home were so ready to vote Oprah into the White House that a hashtag quickly gained momentum: #Oprah2020. Holding court in the VIP row of […]
Indian Tamil cinema superstar makes dramatic entry into politics
Rajinikanth, the wildly popular Indian cinema icon who inspires almost god-like adulation in some parts of the country, announced his entry into politics Sunday. The 67-year-old actor’s announcement ended a wait of almost two decades for many of his fans, especially in the southern Tamil Nadu state where he is intensely revered and referred to […]
From stardom to politics: some international precedents
Former international football star George Weah, who has won Liberia’s presidential run-off, follows several celebrities who have achieved the top job in their countries. However, only one sportsman — Hungary’s double Olympic fencing champion Pal Schmitt — has previously become president. Here are some precedents: – US: Reagan and Trump – B movie actor Ronald […]
How UNICEF Employs Drone Technology and Beyoncé
Through its collaborations, UNICEF is proving the effectiveness of joining forces with other powers to exhibit the most innovative ideas, services and assistive projects.