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Saturday, November 2, 2013

No Acclaim for a Swellhead

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Big Performer BP and Screen Performer SP are housed in the same network. SP, who was a singing contest veteran before she hit the big time after winning a major contest on television, was often compared with BP because of their alleged similarities. But early on, there was another performer that SP was often accused of obviously copying for the longest time.

SP's naivette often got the better of her when answering some media questions, as she sometimes was clueless especially during her unguarded moments. Critics accused her of not having her own style as a performer, even her alleged fashion style also became the object of their disgust. For a neophyte in the industry, it was a challenge for SP to answer to every accusation hurled at her.

Diehard fans of BP resented SP's alleged copying of their idol's acting style, as shown in her first movie. She was also accused of copying the style and look of notably more popular stars – criticizing her as wanting to clone just anybody.

Her defenders/fans 'though were quick to the rescue saying that SP's bashers were just bitter about her success. But clearly, SP was weighed down by the many comparisons and accusations. Among others some said that her new status had suddenly changed her.

Recently, some fans who have been regularly watching the network's live weekly variety show as studio audience claimed how success had indeed gone to SP's head.

At the studio, they saw and approached their idols BP and SP who were beside each other. The bigger star BP was very friendly and accommodating and gamely posed for pictures with them. And the other idol SP? Acting like a diva, she looked at them emotionless and turned her back as fast as she walked out away from them. Yes, it was quick.

“A celebrity is an object that the media manufactures today, just so they have a subject tomorrow.” ~ Mokokoma Mokhonoana

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