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Some people feel that the private lives of celebrities should NOT be openly shared by the media. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

The question concerns the right to privacy. Here is some useful vocabulary that DISAGREED with the statement:

• Loss of privacy is the natural price of fame.
• Celebrities have traded privacy for fame.
• Celebrities benefit financially/ profit from public attention (earn substantial incomes).
• Celebrities enjoy the trappings of fame/being in the limelight/spotlight.
• Being in the public eye is an inevitable part of [the lifestyle they signed up for].
• They should be prepared to accept the downsides.
• Revealing personal details is an important part of celebrity branding.
• Stars capitalize on the public’s curiosity with their lives to promote their brand.
• The public has a right to know.
• The press has a duty to expose scandals.
• It is in the public interest to know about (bad behaviour).
• Celebrities must be held accountable for (unethical or illegal behaviour).
• To satisfy the public’s obsession.
• Public figures invite publicity.
• Many share personal details willingly on social media

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