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Wilde Implications

How ‘Anti‑fandoms’ Become a Tool To Scrutinize, Harass Women

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a Legacy That Refuses to Retire

Serena Williams Is Quitting Tennis. It Speaks to Why Fan Cultures Must Allow Athletes to Evolve.

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Sorry (I Ain't Sorry)

Beyoncé Removing a Lyric From Her New Song Makes Her Less Accountable to Critique

The trend of celebrities fixing their mistakes after being called out for it doesn’t lead to real accountability.

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Spirit Characters

Parasocial Relationships With TV Characters Linked to Viewers’ Personality Traits, Study Shows

“When identification with a character is particularly strong, a viewer may even develop values, beliefs, and personality traits that align with those of the character.”