"famous for being famous" meaning in All languages combined

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Adjective [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". Head templates: {{en-adj|?}} famous for being famous
  1. (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. Wikipedia link: Daniel J. Boorstin, famous for being famous Tags: derogatory Related terms: fame digger, fame whore Translations (having attained celebrity status for no distinguished reason): famoso per essere famoso (Italian), famoso por ser famoso (Spanish)

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