On “What’s Trending,” host Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest MHTN Chief Medical Officer Dr. Dan Bober discuss why we sometimes feel deep sadness over the death of a beloved celebrity, even if we never personally interacted with them.
Para-relationships are real
Our brains can form one-sided emotional connections with media figures, leading to feelings of familiarity and even grief when they pass away.
Celebrities are people too
Despite their fame, celebrities face the same struggles as anyone else. This relatability can deepen our connection to them.
Separating fact from fiction
It’s important to remember that celebrities’ on-screen personas may not reflect their real-life personalities and actions.
