Essay about First Amendment Rights, Privacy and the Paparazzi

In the article “The Impact Celebrities Have on Our LIves”, Deborah King suggests that, because of the Internet and media today, celebrities do not have private lives anymore (para 10-11), and I agree with her. What surprises me about this is that I have never thought about it in this way. I will see what celebrities are doing in magazines and on television and never give it a second thought because it is so common. Often times I see photos of celebrities in magazines, but they are not only of when the celebrities are at social events. I have seen dozens of celebrities photographed while shopping with their families at the grocery store, walking in a park, and even of when they are taking out the trash. This illustrates that even something as

Photojournalism has long been considered to have a tradition of reflecting the truth. It has been a major element in newspaper and magazine reporting since the early 20th century. It was probably only about a century ago when people believed that what they saw in photographs was factual. This impact of visual image as seen by the viewer was based on the old belief that "the camera never lies". Wheeler says that photojournalism has "acquired a special standing in the public mind, a confidence that photo can reflect reality in a uniquely compelling and credible way." (Wheeler T, 2002, p. 3) This acquisition is formed by a creation of a powerful picture, which is the combination of both truthfulness and visual impact. "In general,

Consequently, by conducting these actions, we are taking away their first amendment right. The value of the first amendment right is really grandiose and perhaps the most crucial right to have. For instance, the first amendment right has shaped the U.S.A to be distinctive from other countries. The first amendment gave everyone, not just common people, the entitlement to freely express themselves. However, with social media watching and judging their every move, it's hard to be a part of everyday life. Even going to the supermarket might have to require a distortion for the media. It's as though celebrities are being trapped in a prison. This is unjust because they never signed a contract agreeing to surrender their lives for the public. It's as if we are making people , who give up their privacy, like robots and force these "robots" to be on top of a cliff overlooking embarrassment and fear. All these people ever asked was to be open to public about his or her talent, not giving up their invaluable privacy. According to (Source A), it states,"It seems somewhat unfair to say that because a person's gift lies in acting, basketball, or singing, rather than, for example, engineering, architecture, or computer science, that he or she has somehow " chosen " to give up all of his or

All humans with work and perseverance can choose their own path of life. Indeed, there are more difficult events to overcome for some. Being a celebrity seems like a dream but if you really think about it, what is the celebrity reality life like? I guess, it is an extraordinary feeling to have the audience scream your name and admire you, but what about their personal life being exposed by social media with no consent? We now have access to information whenever we want to, this has caused an impact for celebrities who are starting their career or end up destroying their lives because of negative comments, substance abuse, and loss of believe in themselves. “While most Americans don’t have a media horde following them every time they set foot outside the house — and possibly even photographers crawling through the bushes when they’re home — celebrities’ privacy is being eclipsed by the same technologies that are eating away at everyone’s ability to be left alone: long-lens

The infamous paparazzi, known for intruding on a celebrity’s private life and giving society the sweet and juicy details on who is dating who and what one celebrity insulted the other. It’s stressful for the paparazzi, considering how dangerous it can be to get this info. But do they go too far in their tactics? And what, (if any) restrictions should be created to prevent violations in celebrities personal rights? Should the paparazzi have the ability to legally talk about a celebrity's recent break up or weight gain without their permission?

On February 5th, 2001 Sports Illustrated, or SI, cover had John McDonough’s photo of Ravens’ linebacker Jamie Sharpe hitting the Giants’ quarterback Kerry Collins. In a 2002 article of Poynter.org Kenneth Irby asks the question of weather or not Magazine Covers are either Photojournalism or Illustrations? Associated Press took a stand against on of their freelancer, Miguel Tovar, because he removed some of his shadow from one of the images. In photojournalism you are to tell only facts, you are suppose to only show what was really there, or otherwise it becomes an illustration.

The American paparazzi have been described by celebrities and the news media as scum-of-the-Earth—mean, intrusive scavengers who feast upon other people’s misery (Saltzman par. 4). Imagine taking a walk with your friends in a secluded hiking trail. You are trying to enjoy the peace and serenity that the beautiful day brings; however, as fortune has it, you are a celebrity. Along with your fame come people gazing and staring at you, and fans asking for pictures or autographs. Ultimately, causing a scene wherever you go. Yet today, you found some time alone to enjoy a few moments of solitude, or so you thought. Far off in the distance, you see a determined photographer ready to complete his quest of getting some shots that will turn a nice profit for him. The seconds get shorter and the photographer closes in on his victim: You. His camera flashes in your face and the flickering lights hurt your eyes. The photographer, or more appropriately, the paparazzi was just taking pictures in a public place so were they really breaking any laws? It has been proven that paparazzi tactics of hunting icons have led to trespassing, behavior constituting assault, and invasion of their targeted celebrity’s privacy (McNamura 14). The paparazzi have gotten out of hand, and their antagonistic behavior, intended or not, should be restricted.

It has been heard time and time again, stars fighting back at the photographers and demanding an end to the invasion of their privacy. On one end, it is simple to understand. Stars’ lives are displayed to the public nearly every moment they step outside of their private homes. At that point they are exposed to the world for everyone to judge and to have their lives controlled by their

In a time of need, Allen was swarmed with pictures instead of help. Celebrities should not have to accept this invasion as a part of their careers, and many are starting to speak up about the issue. John Mayer, in a testimony at a Paparazzi Task Force Meeting in 2008, brought this

EXTRA EXTRA!! Pop sensation vomiting out of a nightclub! Scandal!! Actress loses it and throws beverage at paparazzi! It’s a bit amusing how entertainment media reports the lives of every celebrity that steps “out of line,” or is it the so called reporters that our stepping out of line?

he cameras flash non stop as he exits the limo, by now he is used to it and just grins and waves to the cameras. Getting into the spotlight is one thing, the trick is staying in the spotlight. And for that the tabloids are a very good source of free publicity, especially if you treat them like friends. He has taken the time to learn the names of most of the so called journalists, heck he even slept with one or two of them. Most would do anything for a story, and they think that makes him care about them.

Who does that? I guess the paparazzi annoy him too much that he doesn’t even bother to reply to

Just because they are famous and they are in the public eye does not mean they do not deserve privacy like anybody else. Even though they have a job which I quite different from theirs, they are like everybody else normal people just with a higher economic status. Their want for privacy could lead to dangerous situations, like paparazzi chasing them on the freeway just to know what they are up or for just a picture. This should be illicit, it is unfair that celebrities have to go through such extremes for wanting privacy; they do not deserve this. For example, Princess Diana was killed because she was being chased by the paparazzi she and her driver died trying to get away from the paparazzi. This is one of the main reasons they deserve the rights as a human being to live a private, peaceful life. Their life should be, private not be disseminated everywhere to the public for entertainment. Even if they did know what they were getting themselves into they did not sign up for all the invasion of privacy or for a zealot person to stalk their everyday places and

Photo Journalism is a lucrative career option in India; since it has been an integral part of mainstream journalism. For the ones who are interested in photography have a very good opportunity of converting their passion into a profession as the field has widened its scope nowadays. But photojournalism is not only about taking good pictures but clicking pictures which are newsworthy and can tell a story on their own. Nowadays photojournalists are no less than the journalists who gather; write and report the stories.Many among you all want to become a photojournalist but wonder from where to start and what all to do. So here is a guide to how one can establish their career in this field.

How much privacy of the individual is protected under the United States Constitution? Every one is entitled to the right of privacy, but to what extent is that privacy granted? Public figures are constantly being harassed and photographed by the media. Some photographers and reporters will go to any means, even illegal actions, to get a picture or story. However, public figures are human beings like everyone else, and the media should give them more privacy. The media needs to operate with more respect for both laws and for moral and ethical codes of conduct. There are laws establishing the privacy of an individual, and the media needs to extend these rights to public figures.