Fans who are too attached to a celebrity mourn their death as if it were a personal loss. But it’s important to draw a line and process emotions in a healthy way, seeking support from other fans.
VERIFIED by: Dr. Sonal Anand, Psychiatrist, Wockhardt Hospitals, Mira Road
Written by Prerna Mittra |Posted: Oct 17, 2024 7:00 pm IST
News of Liam Payne’s death: In news that shocked the world, Liam Payne, former member of the internationally acclaimed pop boy band ‘an address‘ He died on Wednesday in the Argentine capital of Buenos Aires, after allegedly falling from the third floor of the Casa Sur Hotel, where he was staying. Payne was only 31 years old; He leaves behind a seven-year-old son from a previous relationship. According to media reports, the English singer, who was part of many record-breaking songs in his short career, had been going through some problems. Moments before his death, emergency services were apparently called to his hotel after staff reported that a guest had been “overwhelmed by drugs and alcohol.” They didn’t know if their life was at risk.
Fans of an address – who were hoping for a reunion after the band members went their separate ways in 2016 – are absolutely gutted. Social media is full of videos and comments of people feeling devastated and destroyed, their hopes crushed. Someone wrote on Instagram that they are resisting the temptation to physically vomit. Another person said they deny it. Fans gathered outside the hotel in Buenos Aires to light candles and express their shock, disbelief and pain. “We won’t see him again… What will we do now?” one inconsolable girl told the media.
Why do celebrity deaths affect fans so much?
Whenever a celebrity dies, their fans mourn and consider it a personal loss, similar to losing a loved one or family member. It can take a toll on their mental and emotional well-being, as well as their physical health, unless they process their grief in a healthy way. We approach Dr Sonal Anand, Psychiatrist, Wockhardt Hospitals, Mira Roadto understand more about the association between celebrities and fans and what happens at the time of grief.
“The death of any celebrity, especially if they were one of your favorites, can be shocking. People try to identify with celebrities, their life experiences, or the characters they play. They invest in them emotionally and become attached. People consider celebrities as their role models and try to follow them, therefore they tend to react negatively, cry and find it difficult to accept. [the death]”said the doctor.
He added that since fans form an “emotional bond with celebrities,” death can create a huge void. “One will be in a state of denial, refusing to move forward. If the death is sudden, there will be disbelief, sadness and a feeling of emptiness. People may even cry uncontrollably. They may continue to mourn the death for months. The death of a celebrity can be a painful experience. The news can be disturbing.”
How can fans process grief in a healthy way?
Dr. Anand suggested that we have to accept reality and move on. “To process death in a healthy way, fans should practice self-care in the form of yoga and meditation, connecting with others and sharing feelings. Instead of suffering in silence, they should consider joining a cause that the particular celebrity was supporting.”
“Celebrity worship is usually related to problematic Internet use and maladaptive daydreams. It is better to know the limits,” warned the psychiatrist. He added that while it’s okay to admire someone’s work, fans should never get too involved. “Celebrities have millions of fans; They cannot recognize the existence of each of them. So don’t overdo it. Admiring them is fine, but worshiping celebrities is not ideal. “Celebrities should be given their privacy and space.”
Death of a celebrity: How to regulate emotions?
If you are really upset, the doctor suggested you do the following:
- Exercise to regulate your mood.
- Mourn the death with other fans or friends.
- Try to stay calm and composed instead of panicking.
- Accept how you feel and, if necessary, seek professional help to overcome the pain.
- Don’t carry the baggage of emotions with you for life. Moving forward is beneficial for the mind and general well-being.
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