Medical Records and Privacy of the Famous

Being a celebrity is not all it is cracked up to be. They have to deal with situations that the average citizen most likely cannot relate to. For example, many celebrities constantly encounter paparazzi who stalk them in order to take their picture, invading their privacy. Celebrities must also juggle demanding jobs, while maintaining a home life that many attempt to live as normally as possible. Celebrities lead busy, hectic lives that require them to appear in public frequently, exposing themselves to intense scrutiny; nonetheless, the private lives of celebrities should be off limits because everyone has a First Amendment right to privacy, it is invading their privacy not our business, causes different problems such as serious damage problems that might end up messing with their careers, and affecting family members in a negative way.

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

Celebrities often find themselves subjected to negative portrayal and forged accusations in the media through the paparazzi. Celebrities have a fabricated facade when out in public, one that has been established and maintained by multiple publicists. The general public is interested in finding what celebrities are like in actuality, thereby creating a business for paparazzi photographers to acquire images that expose a celebrity’s true form. Nevertheless, having a

Furthermore, by creating a bill or law against paparazzi, it’s not attempt to save the rich and famous. The famous still want the attention and limelight, but only when they are stepping down of their $100, 000 limo, dressed to sparkle like their jewelry and teeth. Understandably, they want fame that can be turned on and off like a switch, on their terms, when it’s convenient. Hence another reason why a law against paparazzi would be unwise. Celebrities themselves frequently have proved both creative and effective in dealing with the media they consider overly intrusive. For example, Actor George Clooney led a boycott of tabloid TV shows for what he considered intrusive and unfair coverage. As a result of the boycott, the shows changed their rules about what would be accepted and air.

Today, we can find tabloids and magazines on shelves of supermarkets or kiosks with pictures of celebrities or occasionally normal people who do not realize that they were photographed while they were in their home or enjoying their vacations. The motivation for those photographers who take those photos are probably the same which motivated Darwin Bonaparte to film John in the novel “Brave New World”. They aspire to be famous and wealthy. They are truly selfish, irresponsible and materialistic. Indeed, they gravely violate the right of those people to have privacy. For example, an article published in the USA Today mentions and presents different opinions about it,

The value that privacy holds is crucial not only applies to everyday people, but for celebrities as well. For instance, in history, a famous woman named Princess Diana was killed in a car crash just because of paparazzi chasing her to mercilessly steal bits of pieces about her relationship with Prince Charles. Her bodyguards had to protect her and maintain her privacy so they drove at a really high speed to get away from the photographers. Similarly, O.J Simpson had to steer his kids away from social media during his case and had to suffer the loss of not having the opportunity of appropriately visiting his children for the last time and saying their last goodbyes to each other. Think about it for a moment, without

The question of paparazzi threatening privacy and First Amendment rights is often to situational to argue in a conventional manner, but certainly there are many facets of the issue which can be addressed in a quite straightforward manner. Celebrities who feel they have the right to privacy in public places often muddy the waters of this issue. Oddly enough, those celebrities who have chosen to speak out against what they feel are violations of their privacy most always begin their campaigns with a large press conference. In other words, they gather together those people they wish to not only suppress but also berate in hopes that these people will use their positions and skills to

However, their profession comes at a price which, unfortunately, more often than not involves a lack of personal space. This is true of Josh Duggar and the rest of the family, which tends to portray themselves as wholesome, moral and upright individuals on their hit television show on TLC. This scandal has certainly left a ding on their otherwise wholesome, moral and upright family image, which viewers are now questioning. While celebrities often argue that they have a right to their privacy, more so to avoid being chased after by crazed fans and paparazzi, they often push for stricter regulations to privacy laws. However, truly defining privacy protections can be difficult to achieve, and a gray area. More often than not, celebrities want to cover up details of their private lives by stating that they are being intruded on. Though, most often than not – and true in Josh Duggar’s situation – this is a way for them to attempt to control negative publicity and stop others from further investigating their

Everyone who is interested in pop culture and the entertainment industry knows who the paparazzi are. According to Merriam-Webster’s dictionary, the term paparazzi is defined as “a free lance photographer who aggressively pursues celebrities for the purpose of taking candid photographs.” The term actually came from a film from the 1960’s called ‘La Dolce Vita’, directed by Federico Fellini. A character in the film was a news photographer named Paparazzo. Paparazzi target celebrities and public figures that are in the spotlight. In recent years, the paparazzi have taken their job of snapping photos to another extent. They will go to any length to get the shot of a celebrity, even if

Celebrities are everywhere in the news, the latest gossip appears in the weekly magazines without fail. Whether they be an actor, athlete, dancer, designer, model, singer or just rich; there is someone out there who is watching that person like a hawk, not letting a single breath go unnoticed. Such is the life of the rich and famous, under the incessant gaze of journalists and the paparazzi. Lives that many people take a great interest in and admire to the point where others would liken this great interest and admiration to a cult-like worship of celebrities. This is a brief description of what I think to be celebrity culture.

Celebrities – actors, athletes, entertainers, politicians, etc. – live their lives under the spotlight and the scrutiny of the public. And each day presents a constant struggle of at least saving what's left of their private lives, if there's any. There's a need to keep some things a secret, just to remain sane and true to oneself.

First a journalist must follow a foundation of Ethics. The Society of Professional Journalists provides a code of ethics in which they should act on with integrity. There are four principles that SPJ say a journalist must follow. The first being a journalist should seek the truth before reporting. By verifying information before releasing, it allows the work to be accurate. Journalists should also minimize harm by showing compassion for those who may be affected by the news, balancing the public’s need of information against potential harm of the subject. The third principle of ethics according is to act independently as a journalist. Journalists should avoid conflicts of interest, real or perceived. The last principle is to be accountable and transparent. Being a journalist requires you must make sure your information is accurate and that you are showing fairness.

Celebrities have a right to have their own privacy, and the paparazzi had better not be allowed to restrict their lives. Furthermore, photographers and journalists must not be permitted to make news that can influence celebrities' success adversely. The rights of celebrities for privacy have always been abused, so they need to defend their rights, despite their profession. Though they are public figures, this does not mean that the publish of every detail of their private lives is justifiable. It is legitimate to take pictures when they are at the stage or on the red carpet, yet most cases they must be left alone. However, the media always inclines to release both sensational and negative news to public. The latest pattern is the Chris Brown and Rihanna domestic abuse scandal ("Chris Brown and Rihanna: A Dangerous Relationship" 1). This really influenced Chris

Hollywood is filled with paparazzi photographers. They are increasing every year. The “OK” magazine had posted a celebrity weeding for the couples Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas. Some paparazzi photographers had sold it to “OK” magazine. But “Hello” magazine did not like that so they had published an issue featuring pictures of the couple taken in secret in their weeding. Some people agree about what “Hello” magazine said and some of them disagree. The following report presents our recommendation and suggestions about the paparazzi.

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.