In the vibrant era of pop culture and the digital age, there has always been a communal spirit that we’ve all loved, whether it was a shared enjoyment of music or TV; those moments brought people together.

Still, in recent years, the rise of new-age stan culture has dramatically transformed what it means to be a passionate fan —what once was fun and escapism has turned into a battleground for vitriol and division. From the cult following of Love Island USA to the dedicated fanbase of female rappers, it seems that the essence of entertainment is being overshadowed by online feuds and excessive scrutiny.

“Rational [and] nuanced thinking is [being taken] out of the conversation and the erasure of healthy conversations, dialogue and debate about topical issues like music, entertainment, film

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