Many people wonder what it’s like to be a part of the 1%. There is a good reason why programs documenting the lives of the rich and celebrities are popular. The world’s ordinary citizens find it fascinating to see extravagant displays of wealth with sprawling mansions, mega yachts, fancy holidays, designer garb, and more. Shows like Keeping Up with the Kardashians or Selling Sunset (a show about selling prime real estate to the rich and famous) enjoy high viewership ratings since they provide a sneak peek of something the majority of the ordinary working class may find difficult to attain.  

And apart from the extravagance and opulence, these programs also document moments of melancholia, times of uncertainty, and vicious catfights, which prove that at the end of the day, rich, popular celebrities experience bad things and down times just like normal individuals. It’s just that they have fewer money problems and cry in their designer clothes. For these reasons, the average Joe and Jane can’t help but binge-watch these programs to get a glimpse of the unique world of the mega-famous and super-rich.  

At the Heart of Celebrity Worship

Famous celebrities are idolized because they are ambassadors of meritocracy. They represent the ideals of success and the pursuit of wealth through hard work, talent, and charm. For example, everyone loves how Jennifer Lopez struggled as the girl from the hood or the block but managed to change her fortune by never giving up….