Deck 58: Hate Radio: the Outer Limits of Tasteful Broadcasting, Brian Simmons

Question 1

Tom Cruise, Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise: Do Celebrities Have Privacy?
LEE WILKINS
University of Missouri-Columbia
One definition of celebrity reads as follows: People who are famous for being famous. Tom Cruise, one of the most popular actors of the late 20th and early 21st century, may well fit this definition. Although his body of work in film has won some critical acclaim as well as enormous box office success, his real life is followed just as keenly, if not more so, including his multiple marriages.
When Cruise was first dating his now ex-wife Katie Holmes, also an actress, he announced his affection by jumping up and down on the interview couch live on Oprah Winfrey's television show. Holmes and Cruise were often photographed in public; they were relentlessly pursued by photographers known as paparazzi. When their child, Suri, was born, there were no photographs, a consistent stand for Cruise who, with ex-wife Nicole Kidman, did not allow either of their adopted children to be photographed until the younger one was about 2 years old.
In early 2012, Cruise and Holmes divorced, a split that was reported publically in multiple media outlets. Both Cruise and Holmes were interviewed and photographed, particularly in the summer of 2012 when both parents individually took their daughter on outings to tourist destinations in New York and to Disney World in Florida. You can find many photographs of Cruise, Holmes and Suri Cruise through a casual Internet search.
How do you account for the difference in the tabloid press in Tom Cruise and the equally or more accomplished Tom Hanks? Does the individual play a role in his or her privacy?

Answer 1

Analyzing the midrange issue on the privacy of actors:
The case deals with the personal life of Mr. TC and Mrs. KH. It is said that Mr. TC and Mr. KH lived happily together until a baby was born to them. Later, they were divorced and then the parents took the child individually for outing.
The individual outing photographs of the family are found in plenty on the website.
Accounting of the difference in tabloid press in Mr. TC and Mr. TH:
The tabloid press does not have the right to enter into the personal life of the individuals. It is determined that the press tries to spoil the name and fame of the persons by giving their personal information to the audience.
Determining if the individual play a role in his/her privacy:
It is determined that the individual plays a major in his privacy. The tabloid press must understand that giving sensational news to the public about the celebrities is not a matter of fact. They must understand the consequences behind it that would be faced by the individuals.

Question 2

Tom Cruise, Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise: Do Celebrities Have Privacy?
LEE WILKINS
University of Missouri-Columbia
One definition of celebrity reads as follows: People who are famous for being famous. Tom Cruise, one of the most popular actors of the late 20th and early 21st century, may well fit this definition. Although his body of work in film has won some critical acclaim as well as enormous box office success, his real life is followed just as keenly, if not more so, including his multiple marriages.
When Cruise was first dating his now ex-wife Katie Holmes, also an actress, he announced his affection by jumping up and down on the interview couch live on Oprah Winfrey's television show. Holmes and Cruise were often photographed in public; they were relentlessly pursued by photographers known as paparazzi. When their child, Suri, was born, there were no photographs, a consistent stand for Cruise who, with ex-wife Nicole Kidman, did not allow either of their adopted children to be photographed until the younger one was about 2 years old.
In early 2012, Cruise and Holmes divorced, a split that was reported publically in multiple media outlets. Both Cruise and Holmes were interviewed and photographed, particularly in the summer of 2012 when both parents individually took their daughter on outings to tourist destinations in New York and to Disney World in Florida. You can find many photographs of Cruise, Holmes and Suri Cruise through a casual Internet search.
How does your reasoning apply to the coverage of Michael Jackson's death, particularly his drug use and the charges-none of which were proved in court-of child molestation? Does the same reasoning apply to public officials, for example, diplomats, athletes or elected officials?

Answer 2

Analyzing the macro issue on the privacy of actors:
The case deals with the personal life of Mr. TC and Mrs. KH. It is said that Mr. TC and Mr. KH lived happily together until a baby was born to them. Later, they were divorced and then the parents took the child individually for outing.
The individual outing photographs of the family are found in plenty on the website.
Determination of the reasoning that applies to the coverage of Mr. MJ's death:
The perception of Mr. X about the reason of Mr. MJ's death is that the maximum intake of drugs. Mr. X feels that the drugs that were taken by him would have collapsed him during his sleep. This was sensational information that was given by the media and was believed by almost lakhs of people.
Determining if the same reasoning applies to public officials:
The audience believes the sensational news that is being displayed on the television.
Hence, it is determined that same reasoning applies to public officials like diplomats, athletes or elected officials.

Question 3

Tom Cruise, Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise: Do Celebrities Have Privacy?
LEE WILKINS
University of Missouri-Columbia
One definition of celebrity reads as follows: People who are famous for being famous. Tom Cruise, one of the most popular actors of the late 20th and early 21st century, may well fit this definition. Although his body of work in film has won some critical acclaim as well as enormous box office success, his real life is followed just as keenly, if not more so, including his multiple marriages.
When Cruise was first dating his now ex-wife Katie Holmes, also an actress, he announced his affection by jumping up and down on the interview couch live on Oprah Winfrey's television show. Holmes and Cruise were often photographed in public; they were relentlessly pursued by photographers known as paparazzi. When their child, Suri, was born, there were no photographs, a consistent stand for Cruise who, with ex-wife Nicole Kidman, did not allow either of their adopted children to be photographed until the younger one was about 2 years old.
In early 2012, Cruise and Holmes divorced, a split that was reported publically in multiple media outlets. Both Cruise and Holmes were interviewed and photographed, particularly in the summer of 2012 when both parents individually took their daughter on outings to tourist destinations in New York and to Disney World in Florida. You can find many photographs of Cruise, Holmes and Suri Cruise through a casual Internet search.
Some theorists suggest that celebrity, because its oxygen is publicity, should not be subject to the same ethical standards regarding privacy and other sorts of individuals. Analyze this argument, using ethical theory to support various approaches.

Answer 3

Analyzing the micro issue on the privacy of actors:
The case deals with the personal life of Mr. TC and Mrs. KH. It is said that Mr. TC and Mr. KH lived happily together until a baby was born to them. Later, they were divorced and then the parents took the child individually for outing.
The individual outing photographs of the family are found in plenty on the website.
Analysis on the argument of privacy using the theory of ethics:
It is analyzed that the actors are also human beings whose privacy must not be displayed to everyone in the world. The family matters need not be discussed publicly to all the audience. Every individual have some sort of privacy which he/she feels that it must not be publically announced. Same way, actors also have privacy that should not be enclosed to the audience. They feel depressed when their private matters become public.
Hence, it is determined that the news reporters must not be eager to get information on the personal life of an actor.

Question 4

Tom Cruise, Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise: Do Celebrities Have Privacy?
LEE WILKINS
University of Missouri-Columbia
One definition of celebrity reads as follows: People who are famous for being famous. Tom Cruise, one of the most popular actors of the late 20th and early 21st century, may well fit this definition. Although his body of work in film has won some critical acclaim as well as enormous box office success, his real life is followed just as keenly, if not more so, including his multiple marriages.
When Cruise was first dating his now ex-wife Katie Holmes, also an actress, he announced his affection by jumping up and down on the interview couch live on Oprah Winfrey's television show. Holmes and Cruise were often photographed in public; they were relentlessly pursued by photographers known as paparazzi. When their child, Suri, was born, there were no photographs, a consistent stand for Cruise who, with ex-wife Nicole Kidman, did not allow either of their adopted children to be photographed until the younger one was about 2 years old.
In early 2012, Cruise and Holmes divorced, a split that was reported publically in multiple media outlets. Both Cruise and Holmes were interviewed and photographed, particularly in the summer of 2012 when both parents individually took their daughter on outings to tourist destinations in New York and to Disney World in Florida. You can find many photographs of Cruise, Holmes and Suri Cruise through a casual Internet search.
How should Cruise's or Holmes's character influence media coverage of them as individuals, particularly their private lives?

Question 5

Tom Cruise, Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise: Do Celebrities Have Privacy?
LEE WILKINS
University of Missouri-Columbia
One definition of celebrity reads as follows: People who are famous for being famous. Tom Cruise, one of the most popular actors of the late 20th and early 21st century, may well fit this definition. Although his body of work in film has won some critical acclaim as well as enormous box office success, his real life is followed just as keenly, if not more so, including his multiple marriages.
When Cruise was first dating his now ex-wife Katie Holmes, also an actress, he announced his affection by jumping up and down on the interview couch live on Oprah Winfrey's television show. Holmes and Cruise were often photographed in public; they were relentlessly pursued by photographers known as paparazzi. When their child, Suri, was born, there were no photographs, a consistent stand for Cruise who, with ex-wife Nicole Kidman, did not allow either of their adopted children to be photographed until the younger one was about 2 years old.
In early 2012, Cruise and Holmes divorced, a split that was reported publically in multiple media outlets. Both Cruise and Holmes were interviewed and photographed, particularly in the summer of 2012 when both parents individually took their daughter on outings to tourist destinations in New York and to Disney World in Florida. You can find many photographs of Cruise, Holmes and Suri Cruise through a casual Internet search.
Photographs of celebrities increase magazine sales and Web hits. Do you think these financial incentives outweigh ethical concerns in the coverage of celebrities? Should they?

Question 6

Tom Cruise, Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise: Do Celebrities Have Privacy?
LEE WILKINS
University of Missouri-Columbia
One definition of celebrity reads as follows: People who are famous for being famous. Tom Cruise, one of the most popular actors of the late 20th and early 21st century, may well fit this definition. Although his body of work in film has won some critical acclaim as well as enormous box office success, his real life is followed just as keenly, if not more so, including his multiple marriages.
When Cruise was first dating his now ex-wife Katie Holmes, also an actress, he announced his affection by jumping up and down on the interview couch live on Oprah Winfrey's television show. Holmes and Cruise were often photographed in public; they were relentlessly pursued by photographers known as paparazzi. When their child, Suri, was born, there were no photographs, a consistent stand for Cruise who, with ex-wife Nicole Kidman, did not allow either of their adopted children to be photographed until the younger one was about 2 years old.
In early 2012, Cruise and Holmes divorced, a split that was reported publically in multiple media outlets. Both Cruise and Holmes were interviewed and photographed, particularly in the summer of 2012 when both parents individually took their daughter on outings to tourist destinations in New York and to Disney World in Florida. You can find many photographs of Cruise, Holmes and Suri Cruise through a casual Internet search.
Was it appropriate for media outlets to publish photos of Cruise and Holmes during this time? Of Suri?

Question 7

Tom Cruise, Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise: Do Celebrities Have Privacy?
LEE WILKINS
University of Missouri-Columbia
One definition of celebrity reads as follows: People who are famous for being famous. Tom Cruise, one of the most popular actors of the late 20th and early 21st century, may well fit this definition. Although his body of work in film has won some critical acclaim as well as enormous box office success, his real life is followed just as keenly, if not more so, including his multiple marriages.
When Cruise was first dating his now ex-wife Katie Holmes, also an actress, he announced his affection by jumping up and down on the interview couch live on Oprah Winfrey's television show. Holmes and Cruise were often photographed in public; they were relentlessly pursued by photographers known as paparazzi. When their child, Suri, was born, there were no photographs, a consistent stand for Cruise who, with ex-wife Nicole Kidman, did not allow either of their adopted children to be photographed until the younger one was about 2 years old.
In early 2012, Cruise and Holmes divorced, a split that was reported publically in multiple media outlets. Both Cruise and Holmes were interviewed and photographed, particularly in the summer of 2012 when both parents individually took their daughter on outings to tourist destinations in New York and to Disney World in Florida. You can find many photographs of Cruise, Holmes and Suri Cruise through a casual Internet search.
Is there something more invasive about photographing Suri than photographing her parents? Is a photograph necessary for a journalistic purpose?

Question 8

Tom Cruise, Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise: Do Celebrities Have Privacy?
LEE WILKINS
University of Missouri-Columbia
One definition of celebrity reads as follows: People who are famous for being famous. Tom Cruise, one of the most popular actors of the late 20th and early 21st century, may well fit this definition. Although his body of work in film has won some critical acclaim as well as enormous box office success, his real life is followed just as keenly, if not more so, including his multiple marriages.
When Cruise was first dating his now ex-wife Katie Holmes, also an actress, he announced his affection by jumping up and down on the interview couch live on Oprah Winfrey's television show. Holmes and Cruise were often photographed in public; they were relentlessly pursued by photographers known as paparazzi. When their child, Suri, was born, there were no photographs, a consistent stand for Cruise who, with ex-wife Nicole Kidman, did not allow either of their adopted children to be photographed until the younger one was about 2 years old.
In early 2012, Cruise and Holmes divorced, a split that was reported publically in multiple media outlets. Both Cruise and Holmes were interviewed and photographed, particularly in the summer of 2012 when both parents individually took their daughter on outings to tourist destinations in New York and to Disney World in Florida. You can find many photographs of Cruise, Holmes and Suri Cruise through a casual Internet search.
How does the concept of celebrity relate to the concept of popular and elite art? Critique your analysis from the point of role-of journalists, strategic communication professionals, of artists themselves.

Question 9

Tom Cruise, Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise: Do Celebrities Have Privacy?
LEE WILKINS
University of Missouri-Columbia
One definition of celebrity reads as follows: People who are famous for being famous. Tom Cruise, one of the most popular actors of the late 20th and early 21st century, may well fit this definition. Although his body of work in film has won some critical acclaim as well as enormous box office success, his real life is followed just as keenly, if not more so, including his multiple marriages.
When Cruise was first dating his now ex-wife Katie Holmes, also an actress, he announced his affection by jumping up and down on the interview couch live on Oprah Winfrey's television show. Holmes and Cruise were often photographed in public; they were relentlessly pursued by photographers known as paparazzi. When their child, Suri, was born, there were no photographs, a consistent stand for Cruise who, with ex-wife Nicole Kidman, did not allow either of their adopted children to be photographed until the younger one was about 2 years old.
In early 2012, Cruise and Holmes divorced, a split that was reported publically in multiple media outlets. Both Cruise and Holmes were interviewed and photographed, particularly in the summer of 2012 when both parents individually took their daughter on outings to tourist destinations in New York and to Disney World in Florida. You can find many photographs of Cruise, Holmes and Suri Cruise through a casual Internet search.
Are the details of the Cruise-Holmes divorce ethically distinct from the fact that the marriage has ended? Justify your answers in terms of ethical theory.

Question 10

Tom Cruise, Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise: Do Celebrities Have Privacy?
LEE WILKINS
University of Missouri-Columbia
One definition of celebrity reads as follows: People who are famous for being famous. Tom Cruise, one of the most popular actors of the late 20th and early 21st century, may well fit this definition. Although his body of work in film has won some critical acclaim as well as enormous box office success, his real life is followed just as keenly, if not more so, including his multiple marriages.
When Cruise was first dating his now ex-wife Katie Holmes, also an actress, he announced his affection by jumping up and down on the interview couch live on Oprah Winfrey's television show. Holmes and Cruise were often photographed in public; they were relentlessly pursued by photographers known as paparazzi. When their child, Suri, was born, there were no photographs, a consistent stand for Cruise who, with ex-wife Nicole Kidman, did not allow either of their adopted children to be photographed until the younger one was about 2 years old.
In early 2012, Cruise and Holmes divorced, a split that was reported publically in multiple media outlets. Both Cruise and Holmes were interviewed and photographed, particularly in the summer of 2012 when both parents individually took their daughter on outings to tourist destinations in New York and to Disney World in Florida. You can find many photographs of Cruise, Holmes and Suri Cruise through a casual Internet search.
Should there be different standards for the tabloid press such as "TMZ" or Gawker than for more mainstream media? If there are different standards, what are they?

Question 11

Tom Cruise, Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise: Do Celebrities Have Privacy?
LEE WILKINS
University of Missouri - Columbia
One definition of celebrity reads as follows: People who are famous for being famous. Tom Cruise, one of the most popular actors of the late 20th and early 21st century, may well fit this definition. Although his body of work in film has won some critical acclaim as well as enormous box office success, his real life is followed just as keenly, if not more so, including his multiple marriages.
When Cruise was first dating his now ex-wife Katie Holmes, also an actress, he announced his affection by jumping up and down on the interview couch live on Oprah Winfrey's television show. Holmes and Cruise were often photographed in public; they were relentlessly pursued by photographers known as paparazzi. When their child, Suri, was born, there were no photographs, a consistent stand for Cruise who, with ex-wife Nicole Kidman, did not allow either of their adopted children to be photographed until the younger one was about 2 years old.
In early 2012, Cruise and Holmes divorced, a split that was reported publically in multiple media outlets. Both Cruise and Holmes were interviewed and photographed, particularly in the summer of 2012 when both parents individually took their daughter on outings to tourist destinations in New York and to Disney World in Florida. You can find many photographs of Cruise, Holmes and Suri Cruise through a casual Internet search.
How do you think Kant would analyze the concept of celebrity? Our response to celebrities?