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The Chimes

Billie Eilish delivers honesty in her latest film on Apple TV

Billie Eilish delivers honesty in her latest film on Apple TV
“The World’s a Little Blurry” focuses on the darkness and the isolation of fame.
Joshua Flores, Staff Writer March 4, 2021

Recently released on Apple TV, “Billie Eilish: The World’s a Little Blurry” brings fans into the personal, endearing and shocking world of stardom for Eilish. Beginning with her first record deal and entering into her current successes, the film aims to display the process and passion behind her...

Celebrities overstep boundaries when telling their audience who to vote for.

Celebrities overstep boundaries when telling their audience who to vote for.
Voting should be celebrated and encouraged, but not manipulating like some celebrities have made it out to be.
Kate Bomar, Photographer November 18, 2020

While many people in Generation Z look to celebrities to bring joy amid the hard times of the pandemic, some have taken a step back from their industries and instead have become vocal about this year's elections. Thousands of celebrities and influencers this year have used various social media platforms...

Celebrity efforts of encouragement earn unjust criticism

Celebrity efforts of encouragement earn unjust criticism
Let’s give celebrities the benefit of the doubt during quarantine.
Addison Freiheit, Staff Writer April 8, 2020

After reading headlines like “This ‘Imagine’ Cover Is No Heaven” and “The terrible video of celebrities singing ‘Imagine,’ explained,” I was expecting Gal Gadot’s celebrity compilation of ‘Imagine’ to be truly horrific. Instead, I was met with an innocent attempt to bring a little...

Celebrity arrogance is overwhelming amid COVID-19

Celebrity arrogance is overwhelming amid COVID-19
Platitudes said behind walls of wealth are meaningless.
Brianna Clark, Opinions Editor (Spring 2020) April 8, 2020

Nearly 82,000 people have died. More than 10 million Americans have filed for unemployment. We are encroaching on the peak of COVID-19. During this time of devastation, mass financial insecurity and overwhelming grief, it is insulting to see celebrities flaunting their wealth in an attempt to stay relevant...

Hollywood can poison the minds of young Christians

Hollywood can poison the minds of young Christians
The effects radiating from Hollywood are more dangerous than we thought.
Hannah Dilanchyan, Opinions Editor October 2, 2019

Glitz and glamour are rumored to be in the city. Fame and fortune are waiting to be found. People tell you to come to Hollywood, where stardom is easily found—or so they say. The city streets bear witness to the state of her heart. It is full of those who struggle to make ends meet. It’s full of...

The art of a trend

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People often ignore the why behind trends, but here is a glimpse into the underlying complexity.
Vic Silva, Writer September 19, 2017
People often ignore the why behind trends, but here is a glimpse into the underlying complexity.

Celebrities engage in social activism

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Icons of past generations use their voices to support causes.
Tim Seeberger, Writer February 22, 2017
Icons of past generations use their voices to support causes.