ICON ANALYSIS
America today gravitates towards Hollywood icons as sources of inspiration and hope for their physical appearance. Three examples of icons in this regard are Beyonce' Knowles, George Clooney, and Barbie, to name a few. I chose these three because they represent Hollywood’s response to America’s diverse population and its desire to define beautiful.
America today gravitates towards Hollywood icons as sources of inspiration and hope for their physical appearance. Three examples of icons in this regard are Beyonce' Knowles, George Clooney, and Barbie, to name a few. I chose these three because they represent Hollywood’s response to America’s diverse population and its desire to define beautiful.
First, Beyonce’ is beautiful in every way, rich and famous, and mega-talented. She holds the complete package and can be related to be persons of varying ethnicities. Second, George Clooney, though climbing in age, is a successful movie star who chooses to stay single. People Magazine marked him as “Sexiest Man Alive, 2006” (People, 2006). Women of all ages would love to be his co-star. Lastly, Barbie, an icon herself for many years, now stars in her own movies. This speaks to our newest generation of audiences—our youth.
I myself have mixed emotions regarding these types of icons. In some ways, I think it is healthy for us look to a select group of people as inspiration to be healthy and beautiful. There is no re-do in this life and we should take care of the body we have been blessed with. But mostly, I think this kind of icon can be obsessed to the point of being harmful. Some examples of what I am saying are as follows: Eating disorders in young children and adults; clinical depression; and, dumbing-down of our youth.
Reference:
People Magazine (2006). The Sexy Interview:George Clooney. Retrieved 01/16/2008, from http://www.people.com/people/package/article/0,,20154290_1559606,00.html
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