famous for being famous

English

Etymology

The term originates from an analysis of the media-dominated world called The Image: A Guide to Pseudo-events in America (1961), by historian and social theorist Daniel J. Boorstin, in which he defined the celebrity as "a person who is known for his well-knownness".

Adjective

famous for being famous

(derogatory) Having attained celebrity status for no distinguished reason; appearing to generate their own fame, or well-known only through association with an existing celebrity, as opposed to fame based on achievements, skill, or talent.

Related terms

fame digger, fame whore

Translations

having attained celebrity status for no distinguished reason

Italian: famoso per essere famoso
Spanish: famoso por ser famoso

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