<rant> Why people pay attention to stupid "internet celebrity" people

**gaybucks_chip** · 09-13-2007, 12:36 AM

I'm not normally this cynical, but I just don't understand *why* people give the time of day to people who have virtually nothing good to offer the world but are shameless attention whores.

The specific thing that has caught my attention is the video of Chris Crocker who, I'm sure that everyone by now has heard, posted this ridiculous, tearful rant about why everyone should leave Britney Spears alone.

It's obvious the guy is seeking attention (he admitted in a news story that the video in question was a "second take", so he was clearly acting for the camera) but what I don't get is why people are stupid enough to give Crocker, or Jeffrey Starr or Gaygod (both Myspace "celebrities" among the under 25 gay boy crowd) or -- for that matter -- Paris Hilton any attention.

All of them are basically talentless people who are dying for attention, and they don't care how ridiculous they look... so why don't people see through that and refuse to buy into it?

**basschick** · 09-13-2007, 01:02 AM

it's like watching a reality show. people like celebs, but they also love amateurs. web celebs are the best of both worlds. and besides, people love drama.

MistahTaylor · 09-13-2007, 01:20 AM

Originally Posted by gaybucks_chip

I'm not normally this cynical, but I just don't understand *why* people give the time of day to people who have virtually nothing good to offer the world but are shameless attention whores.

The specific thing that has caught my attention is the video of Chris Crocker who, I'm sure that everyone by now has heard, posted this ridiculous, tearful rant about why everyone should leave Britney Spears alone.

It's obvious the guy is seeking attention (he admitted in a news story that the video in question was a "second take", so he was clearly acting for the camera) but what I don't get is why people are stupid enough to give Crocker, or Jeffrey Starr or Gaygod (both Myspace "celebrities" among the under 25 gay boy crowd) or -- for that matter -- Paris Hilton any attention.

All of them are basically talentless people who are dying for attention, and they don't care how ridiculous they look... so why don't people see through that and refuse to buy into it?

God chip this is why I love you.. You are completly accurate.. well said.. Chris Crocker is a damn crock but IM done talking about him causee I dont want to give him the attention he is seeking.. :paco:

**Matt 26z** · 09-13-2007, 01:59 AM

The Chris Crocker vids are funny to glance at, but I just can't sit through them. It's an act. It has to be. Notice the "for business inquiries" email address on his YouTube page.

Now just wait until it gets out that he used to do porn...

**gaystoryman** · 09-13-2007, 02:10 AM

Damned if I know why, maybe its because they are bored? It amazes me how supposed smart people keep falling for the clap trap. Was discussing this at dinner too, how people seem so willing to buy into the latest celebrity bs, like their entire lives depend on it. just crazy. :innocent:

**Matt 26z** · 09-13-2007, 02:37 AM

You know what's funny though, is you look at some of these gay internet socialites and they are bigger than any gay pornstar has ever been.

**deanb** · 09-13-2007, 03:07 AM

I like Chris Crocker, I think he is HILARIOUS! My boyfriend and I watch his videos like most people would watch a TV show, and crack up the whole time. I have been watching Chris since before this video. Its entertainment, and we don't all have to like the same thing, but as long as he is entertaining some people, then I would guess that he is accomplishing what he set out to do. I say go him!