Identity and Popular Culture, Pt. 1

Definition

• Identity is defined as "the fact of being who or what a person or thing is" (Oxford Languages)
• Agree/disagree? Why?

Definition

• "Identity refers to our sense of who we are as individuals and as members of social groups. It also refers to our sense of how others may perceive and label us."
• (Facing History.org)
• Agree/disagree? Why?

Definition

• There can be many different names or categories we call ourselves
• Does what you like or does what entertains you shape how you are?

But what about celebrities?

• Do they influence your identity, style, or personality?
• Do you want to be just like them?

What is a celebrity?

• Let's come up with some different types of celebrities and examples of each

What is a celebrity?

• Entertainers (actors/singers/musicians)
• Athletes (professional and Olympic/collegiate)
• Politicians
• Rich people?

Critical thinking question

• Is being famous the same thing as being successful? Why/why not?

Critical thinking question

• Is being famous the same thing as being well-known? Why/why not?

Questions? Identity and Popular Culture, Pt. 1