As long as big business has been around, business celebrities have been a fixture on the media scene. This book explores the creation of business celebrities such as CEOs, entrepreneurs and management gurus. These figures, the authors argue, are not self-made. They are created by exposure through the media. This book provides new insights into the business celebrity and their role within the media.
George Clooney
George Clooney became an actor quickly after his iconic role in the remake "Ocean's Eleven", a 1920s football movie. He then starred in several more films including "Baby Driver," "The American," and "The Disaster Artist." Clooney's role as a presidential hopeful in the movie "The Ides of March" is his most prominent moment.
Oprah Winfrey
Oprah Winfrey is renowned as a media executive, talk show host and philanthropist. Oprah Winfrey is the founder of a variety business ventures such as Oprah's Book Club or her Oprah Winfrey Network. She was raised in rural Mississippi. At nine years old she moved to Baltimore. In the early 1970s, she was recruited to host a morning show on a Chicago television station, where she would meet future President Bill Clinton.
Mark Wahlberg
Mark Wahlberg is also a successful businessman. Wahlburgers, a restaurant chain, and the Municipal apparel company are his co-owners. Unrealistic Ideas is also owned by him. In addition, he has invested in other businesses, including a water company called Aquahydrate. Mark Wahlberg co-founded F45, a fitness chain. A Columbus dealership is also his. Rhea Durham is his wife, and he's a former model. Together, they have four children.
Blake Lively
Blake Lively, an actress and entrepreneur, is a success story. She gained fame in the television series Gossip Girl and her net worth continued to increase. Lively was also featured in music videos. She appeared in the music clip for the song I Just Had Sex’ by The Lonely Island ft. Akon 2010. She also appeared in Jay-Z & Beyonce's music video "New York, We Love You".
Kim Kardashian
The reality television star Kim Kardashian has become one of the most profitable business celebrities, despite her fame. Her own cosmetics and perfume line has helped her make a lot of money. However, her life story is far from flawless. This entrepreneur also has struggled with motherhood. She gave birth to her third child in January. Doctors told her she would not be safe to have another child.
FAQ
Are foreign sales worth more to Hollywood than domestic?
Yes, but only slightly. Foreign revenues made up about 17% of total revenue in 2017. 83% of domestic revenues were generated in 2017.
Over half of the world’s population is found in overseas markets.
Many people will want to see your movie even though they may not have the opportunity to watch it at home.
Why is Hollywood calling it Hollywood?
D.W. Griffith established the first film industry in California, 1887. It was named for its Los Angeles location, also known as Hollywood at that time.
Because it was an exciting area to visit, the name stuck. People would travel all the way from other countries to see what was happening.
Hollywood is still an integral part of American culture. We have movies, television shows, music videos, commercials, etc. And we call them all "Hollywood."
Is the Hollywood Walk of Fame free?
Yes! You don't have to pay anything to visit the Hollywood Walk of Fame. However, if you want to take photos, you'll need to get a permit first.It costs $15 per person.
If you're planning on visiting the Hollywood Walk of Fame, make sure to bring a valid ID.
You must accompany someone over 21 years of age if you are younger than 18.
You can't enter the walkway before 10 am.
Once inside, you may not leave the walkway without paying again.
There are no cameras allowed inside the walkway.
Hollywood is famous for what?
The answer was simple. It was because they were willing and able to take risks. They made films that would last a lifetime.
They also had the courage and vision to try new ideas.
What is the difference of a producer and distributor?
The movie is created by a producer. The movie is distributed via a distributor. Producors have the option to sell movies directly to distributors or theaters. Distributors buy movies from producers. They then sell them on to theaters or cable channels, as well as streaming services.
Distributors need to negotiate with theater owners about where their movies will play. This could mean that certain theaters may charge more for a particular movie than others. A distributor should have multiple theaters in order to ensure that your movie is seen by as many people possible.
Statistics
- New York Times article stated that only 15% of the top films in 2013 had women in lead acting roles. (en.wikipedia.org)
- At his encouragement, his sister Sarah Luke, brother-in-law Elisha Luke, with her mother, Azubah, took the Atlantic & Pacific Railroad from Ogden to Los Angeles in November 1885, according to Adrian Weekly Press, November 13, 1885. (en.wikipedia.org)
- The author of the study noted that "The percentage of female speaking roles has not increased much since the 1940s when they hovered around 25 percent to 28 percent." (en.wikipedia.org)
- This reflected no change from 2011 and only a 1% increase from 1998."[116]"9% of all directors. (en.wikipedia.org)
- If we translate this to a percentage, we get 28%, so let's be generous and say that ‘Hollywood studios' release about ⅓ of the movies released in the U.S. and Canada each year. (glitteratilobotomy.com)
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How To
How to get a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
The Hollywood Walk of Fame (HWOF) was established in 1960 by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. The HWOF is located in Los Angeles at 6233 Hollywood Boulevard. It has 2,711 stars embedded in the Hollywood Boulevard sidewalk. Each star represents someone who contributed to motion pictures, television, radio, theater, music, or some aspect of popular culture. There are currently 1,922 active individuals on the HWOF.
To become a HWOF member, you need to submit a name to Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. They then submit your details to the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs. Once you are approved, you will receive a certificate of eligibility that includes your name, date, residence, occupation, category, and other information. A bronze plaque with your personalization is also provided. This plaque is attached to a concrete base located in front of the designated Star.
If you were nominated by an HWOF member, or if there are significant contributions made to the entertainment, film, radio, theatre, and music industries, you may be eligible for a "star" award. A committee evaluates the nominations and decides whether to approve them. If they decide to approve, they write a letter to the address of the applicant explaining their decision. If the person accepts, they will be sent a second letter to confirm their acceptance. The applicant then pays $25 to the Hollywood Chamber of commerce, which forwards the money to the City of Los Angles Department of Cultural Affairs.
The department issues a check payable the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, which then sends the check directly to the Hollywood Walk of Fame Foundation. The foundation pays the applicant or organization. The fee is then paid to the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce at $12.50. The other half goes to the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs.
After an artist has received his/her Star, he/she can be eligible for the HWOF. To be listed on the HWOF, you must pay the remaining balance owed to the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. The amount due is dependent on the number of years since you were first recognized. If you were first nominated for a nomination in 1990, your owe $15,000. You would be responsible for $10,000 if you had been nominated previously in 1980.
Contact the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce to get your name removed from the HWOF and to repay any outstanding debts. They will take care of removing your name from the list permanently.
How old do you have to be in order to receive a star on HWOF?
You must be at the least 18 year old to be nominated. To receive a Star, one must still be living at the time. A star can be renominated after 10 years.
What happens if I die before my star gets put up?
A family member can nominate your name for a star. If there are no living relatives, then the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce will place a memorial marker in front of the star.
Why not just have stars on every street?
The HWOF isn't meant to be an historical monument. It is meant to honor those who contributed to film history.
What happened to all the stars stolen? The thieves took approximately 1,200 stars. Each star is between 250-300 lbs. If you add all of the weight together, it comes to approximately 4 tons of stars!