Is Celebrity Gossip Going Right Wing?

The intersection of celebrity gossip and right-wing politics is a growing trend, as evidenced by a recent discussion on the podcast "The Rest Is Entertainment." Hosts Richard Osman and Marina Hyde explored how figures like Megyn Kelly, a former Fox News anchor now hosting a SiriusXM show, and Candace Owens, an alt-right influencer, use entertainment news to advance their political narratives. They highlighted the case of Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, alleging that Baldoni used publicists to counteract negative press about Lively. "They're turning entertainment stories into culture wars," Hyde stated, noting this tactic's effectiveness in driving audience engagement. The hosts' analysis reveals a concerning trend of using entertainment to spread political messages, raising questions about media responsibility and the potential for manipulation.