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Swiftie boyfriends face proposal pressure: Taylor and Travis put you on the clock'

Taylor Swift's engagement triggered intense fan excitement, parasocial identification, and social pressure for fans to synchronize life milestones like engagement.

Psychology

fromwww.dw.com

2 weeks ago

Swift's love story spotlights parasocial relationships DW 08/28/2025

People form one-sided parasocial relationships with celebrities, feeling emotionally invested in their private lives like friendships with strangers who do not reciprocate.

fromPsychology Today

4 weeks ago

'STANS' and the Psychology of Fandom

STANS, the new Eminem documentary directed by Steven Leckart, opens with fans narrating letters they've sent him, revealing a longing for connection.

Music

Psychology

fromMail Online

1 month ago

Revealed: The key sign your partner is a NARCISSIST

Admiration for celebrities may indicate vulnerable narcissism traits, such as fragile ego and low self-esteem.

Television

fromVulture

1 month ago

Love Island: Beyond the Villa Recap: It's Not That Serious

The complexities of fame and the pressures of reality television often overshadow initial desires for popularity and influence.

fromRAIN News

2 months ago

RAIN Notes: June 30

Acast has renewed its exclusive partnership with the Giggly Squad podcast, ensuring continued monetization across audio, YouTube, social media, live events, and newsletters.

Podcast

Marketing tech

fromInc

3 months ago

What Big Brands Can Learn From Hailey Bieber's $1 Billion Payday for Rhode

Hailey Bieber's brand success highlights the power of celebrity-driven marketing and the potential for parasocial relationships in consumer engagement.

Relationships

fromScary Mommy