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Expressed Words, A Statement On Fashion, Writers’ Strike, Met Gala

Expressed Words: A Statement on Fashion, Writers’ Strike, Met Gala

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With the Met Gala wrapped up, we have now seen some of the best celebrities showcase their fashion. If you’re into clothing and accessories this show was all you wanted to see and more. Did you receive the chance to watch the red-carpet arrivals?

Seeing celebrities arrive to their destinations and knowing that they’re in tip top condition brought me joy. I was happy because of how many of my favorite celebrities showed up at the Gala. They were there to make bold fashion statements.

After I saw highlights from the Met Gala, I was inspired to blog about fashion. I wanted to make an original post that would appeal for a long time. The Gala came and gone two days ago, yet it was still a trend on Twitter as of May 3.

Who was the best dressed Hollywood star in your opinion? Did you see what Kim Kardashian was wearing? It had everybody talking; people compared the look to her 2007 Instagram photo. Also, her sister Kendall Jenner allegedly wore an edgy skintight dress to the after party and caused a scene.

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The main news of the day though was not fashion. The Writers’ Strike in Hollywood was trending too because serious issues need fixing. Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel, and Stephen Colbert were off the air until further notice due to the grievances. After hearing the news, as a writer, I empathized with those in the business trying to make a living.

If you asked me, I think profit sharing by writers with corporations, streaming services, and platforms could work for both sides. Who would think ten years ago that big business would try to replace writers on such a high scale?

But the Met Gala demonstrated that money is still made in fashion and by celebrities. The entertainment industry banked on the backs of Hollywood stars for years, who are the next expendable pieces in my opinion. Did artificial intelligence replace actors’ images and likenesses yet? What were the copyright infringements?

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The more than 11,000 striking writers provide valid points. So far, Microsoft has invested $13 billion into OpenAI, an artificial intelligence model. What good did this do for artists whose work were infringed upon because the model is not thinking in the sense of how we think as humans?

These were expressed words and a fashion statement. The big fish to fry was not a whale but a leviathan. Entertainment used to come easy to us as a society, but times have changed. You bought tickets to a movie, saw it once or twice in theaters, and never admitted to crying because of a Romantic Comedy (Romcom) scene. Even though we knew you cried, we didn’t tell anyone.

Nowadays, the biggest stars in movies, music, and television had to attend the Met Gala to stay relevant. All their jobs were on the line because the situation with work was complicated. I thought Janelle Monae wore it well and Jared Leto went over the top. And I knew what Doja Cat was thinking, looking like a feline.

Without naming any names, did some of the attendees have to go to such extremes to get noticed? Did the fashion designers put the button on or push it too hard?

On my blog, I didn’t want to make the Met Gala or the writer’s strikes competitions. Expressing words on the strike and making a bold statement on fashion about the Met Gala seemed like the right thing to do. I’ve discovered when given an opportunity to shine, a star will seize the day. I supported the writers and the celebrities because they needed and deserved it.

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7 Celebrity Yogis of 2023: It’s a Big Stretch

7 Celebrity Yogis of 2023

Have you tried yoga? Do you have trouble finding the perfect fit of yoga pants? Scientists say there are many benefits to this highly regarded exercise. With careful stretching and proper poses, you could make major improvements on your flexibility and posture in no time. What is more, you could get that body you always wanted to have in that swimwear this summer. 

Yoga is more than a workout. It involves meditation and relaxation. There are breathing techniques and other points to consider.

The following celebrities have gone on record proclaiming their love for yoga. They are noteworthy yogis. Would it interest you to know how they started practicing the exercise? That’s the aim of this blog.

1. Matthew McConaughey

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The Oscar Award Winning actor wrote a best-selling book called Green Lights. He had a conversation with Sadhguru where he discussed Karma and yoga on Instagram. In the memoir, he goes in depth about philosophical concepts.  Everyone has a story about how they have arrived at a particular point in one’s life. Matthew McConaughey is one noteworthy yogi who reached a peak point.

2. Jennifer Aniston

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Jennifer Aniston started doing yoga more than 20 years ago with a celebrity trainer and friend Mandy Ingber. Having someone to help her focus made all the difference in seeing results. As an actress, yoga gives her body the look and feel she wants. 

3. Colin Farrell

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The celebrity has been practicing yoga for at least a decade. In a 2013 article with Access Online, he explained how he does it everyday with a class of 30 to 40 students. What’s great about the exercise is the social aspects.

4. Jessica Biel

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The actress started doing yoga in her 20s and said in the process she found herself. Yoga not only affects the body but the mind and spirit as well. In addition, Biel has a lot on her plate as a wife and mother of 2 and yoga helps her destress. Although it’s difficult, she finds 20 to 30 minutes each day to perform  yoga activities.

5. Justin Timberlake

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Number 5 on the list is Jessica Biel’s husband Justin Timberlake. It’s been reported that Timberlake and Biel find time to do yoga together. Working out with one another might help them maintain a strong and healthy relationship. 

6. Kate Hudson

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Kate Hudson is another celebrity yogi and 6th on the list. Here is an interesting fact about the star. She became interested in yoga while pregnant with her first daughter. Now she is a noteworthy yogi with an assortment of stretches and poses. 

7. Gisele Bundchen

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What can you say about Gisele Bunhchen? With a body like the Brazilian supermodel it’s only natural she does yoga? Like Number 4 on the list, she started doing yoga in her 20s. She loves meditation too and meditates every morning at 4:30 am.

If you don’t want to do yoga, I understand. Though you may want to consider something similar. There are alternatives such as Tai Chi, Pilates, and Qigong.

I decided to make this list for anyone who wants to live a healthy lifestyle. Lately, Hollywood stars have shined in the media and on social media. We’ve seen Zendaya, Gigi Hadid, and Tom Holland in India. Celebrities are constantly promoting products and selling something. It’s the nature of the entertainment industry to A.B.C. (Always Be Closing) But I believe the biggest product a star or anyone can promote is oneself. Let’s do big things in 2023. I hope that you enjoyed reading this blog post and were informed and entertained. Thank you.

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Taylor Swift Is Back Better and Bigger Than Ever

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Taylor Swift Is Back Better and Bigger Than Ever

Yesterday, Taylor Swift began The Eras Tour. You’ve been living under a rock if you haven’t heard about this tour. Come out of that cave and read a great blog today. 

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Taylor Swift tickets 

As you may know, Taylor Swift tickets broke the Internet. Previously, Ticketmaster had problems fulfilling pre-orders. It was such a huge disaster that the company issued an apology. Now the situation’s all fixed and Swifties can purchase their tickets without a hitch.

Are you a Swift fan? Will you see her live in concert? Have you listened to her latest albums?

I’ve listened to Lavender Haze and Midnights. This is some of her best work. You can tell the star’s been hard at work on her craft. 

It’s safe to say Taylor Swift is one of the top singers in the world. The 33 year-old musician beat a million odds and became great. Everywhere fans are ecstatic about The Eras Tour. 

LOS ANGELES – MARCH 14: Guest arrives for the 2019 iHeartRadio Music Awards on March 14, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Glenn Francis/Pacific Pro Digital Photography)

Wasn’t the Wait Worth It?

Today, I will blog about my expectations of the tour and thoughts about this celebrity’s new music. Nowadays, it’s getting harder and harder to please fans. The truth is you can’t make everybody happy. However, you can work on fine-tuning your talent and gift.

Taylor Swift is truly talented and gifted. That talent and gift has been established for about 15 years. One song that comes to my mind on her new album is Lavender Haze. Maybe you’ve seen the music video. What do you take away?

To me, the song means that everything must come to a standstill and people must recognize reality for what it is: anything you want. For instance, there’s a verse where she sings everybody sees me as a one night or a wife. Those are some powerful lyrics written by Taylor Swift and true.

Society puts people in categories and expects them to conform and play roles. Swift is using her new music to break free out of the box. Taylor Swift can literally be anything you want.

I would argue we’ve not only turned celebrities into villains but fantasies. The image we see on the screen or even in person is not necessarily real.

My takeaway is this is her time as well as everybody else’s. In fact, the main message behind her music is that this is her time. But she’s leaving the ego out of it all by also suggesting this is our time too.

There are plenty of Swift songs to enjoy. Snow on the Beach and Maroon are two of my favorites. I love Lana del Rey singing the duet.

In total, The Eras Tour will consist of 52 shows from March 17 2023 to August 9, 2023 located in the United States and Argentina. I know Argentina will be excited to see the star. To sum it up, I expect greatness from her in every show.

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Perhaps, Anti-Hero is the most popular song from the Midnights album. How many times do we root for the villain in movies? Check out the Anti-Hero music video and ask yourself, have we turned musicians into villains? The video highlights human nature with different character tropes such as the daughter-in-law and the son.I like the lyrics of the song too.  

Did you see her at the Grammys dancing with Bad Bunny? Over the years, I’ve seen this star shine brightly and become big. Now, Taylor Swift is back better and bigger than ever. 

This blog post tried to capture the magnetism of that opening night. Today, I blogged about yesterday and tomorrow. We don’t know what surprises are in store but we’re going to have a great day in the meantime.

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Paris Hilton and the Law of Attraction: How to Handle Fame

Paris Hilton and the Law of Attraction

There’s so much chaos and we’re all in different head spaces. What if we could all be on one accord?

I believe there are laws in the universe that govern beyond society. The Law of Attraction is a popular belief shared inside celebrity circles. In this blog post, I will discuss the Law of Attraction and Paris Hilton. 

Visit verywellmind.com to find out more information about The Law. To sum up The Law, our thoughts create our outcomes. So, what we attract is what we think about on a constant basis. Therefore, it is important to have positive thoughts over negative thoughts.

The Simple Life

I blog about movies, music, and TV. Today, I’ll blog about Paris Hilton, who is a reality TV icon. She’s built and rebuilt a durable brand over a span of time that is respectable. Who remembers her Reality TV Show The Simple Life?

What’s the first thing that comes to your mind when I mention Paris Hilton? Maybe, you think about a socialite, model, celebrity, brand, or DJ. Hilton is all those things and more.

I believe this socialite used The Law of Attraction to succeed in life. How else do you explain all her accolades? She is still going strong in the entertainment industry as a celebrity and brand. People feed off of name recognition and the model now gives food for thought. 

The socialite explains how she’s extremely shy in her recent interviews and new memoir. It would be interesting to read her full story. Something tells me she dives deeper than she’s ever dived before in the memoir and reveals her truth. 

How to Handle Fame

Did you know that she reportedly only inherited $5 million? Most of her wealth comes from her working as a celebrity. Would you like to connect with the star?

Isn’t it ironic that the model’s character in The Simple Life is a complex character she created? But everybody loved going to Hollywood parties with her because of this persona. It makes you wonder how much you really know about celebrities, in particular their personalities.

There were 56 episodes of The Simple Life. The first episode aired in 2003 on FOX. It became a crucial shift in television. 


For the first time, people were seeing how others lived. There was less division and more unity. Maybe, producers can remake The Simple Life 20 years later.

Take your mind to a peaceful place. Let’s begin with a walk on the beach. So far it’s peaceful. The waves won’t overtake us. 

Are you into beach clubs? Later, you’re going to attend a party hosted by Paris Hilton. But right now, you’re barefooted and making footprints in the sand. In truth, you don’t know how the day will play out but you thank God you’re still breathing and alive.

Paris Hilton will also be DJing at the party. They say she makes $1 million per night. Her skills will assure you’re gonna have a good time. At first, you walk slowly and take one step at a time. For some reason, the waves have been peculiar. 

You think to yourself: I’m invited and that’s the main thing. You’ve arrived at the party. You’re now part of the crowd. Throughout the day, good things happened because you thought about good things happening. The walk was successful. 

In another blog post, I wrote about 7 celebrity success stories and how the road is often bumpy.

The key is to keep your drive in full gear. Don’t worry about the potholes or construction; just keep driving. Like Lady Gaga and Jennifer Lopez, Paris Hilton makes it all seem effortless. And her name rings a bell, because she put the work in and played her cards right.

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What’s Happening Now: Could Old School Music Be a Trend?

What’s Happening Now?

This might not be a trending blog post but that’s alright. Sometimes, I don’t choose what to write, it chooses me. It’s kind of like that old school song by Willie Hutch “I Choose You.” from the Mack movie soundtrack.

Lately, I’ve chosen to listen to a lot of old school music. I’m in the mood for those kinds of sounds right now. Now, I’m not saying this new music out here is garbage like others are saying. All I’m saying is we’ve got to give peace a chance. Like that song “Give Peace a Chance” by John Lennon, music must drive a better narrative. In other words, old school music has a different harmony.

Nowadays, music is more explicit and that is both a blessing and a curse. On the one hand, there’s no need for interpretation. On the other hand, there’s no more mystery. No more, what did she mean with the lyric. Rap music has got a bad reputation for this.

Could Old School Music Be a Trend?

Do the singers live the lifestyle they sing about in their songs? Of course, some don’t. I would say most don’t. Old school music takes us back to a time like the 60s, 70s and 80s. What if you could go back to Woodstock?

How does Coachella compare to Woodstock? Did you know Bad Bunny and Black Pink are headliners for the festival? It’s coming up in April. Are you excited?

How far back do you want to go? For the purposes of this blog post I’m discussing the 60s to the 90s. To me, I consider that old school. There are so many ways to go with this topic. We can talk about the singers and the bands. The Beatles were big. Then, the Jackson 5 had their time in the spotlight. One thing I noticed is that old school had more bands.

The Best/Your Favorite Era

What is the best or your favorite era of old school music? 60s, 70s, 80s or 90s. When I reflect on these songs, I think about timeless pieces. I would argue some artists we will never forget. Then again, with so much sampling and resampling, mixing, and remixing we forget the source sometimes. But I believe nothing beats originality in the long game.

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I want to discuss old school music as a commodity. Music has many brands, from record labels to music artists and promoters. Despite the odds of succeeding diminishing, there is so much talent flooding into the music industry. In the end, why someone chooses to enter the entertainment market depends on their drive and what narrative they subscribed to. Celebrities must have thick skin. Look at Selena Gomez as a prime example. She didn’t become the most followed woman on Instagram by accident and she’s dealt with all sorts of comments along the way. 

We can learn something valuable from the 2023 Grammys Watch and Recap. At the Clive Davis pre-Grammy party, he hosted legends and new stars. In his career, he’s made stars into legends as a record executive. Today, his impact in music is universal. Do you agree that Mariah Carey is one of the greatest female music artists of the 90s?

Old School Music Options

We’ve got “Just the Two of Us,” “Love and Happiness,” and “Your Song” among others that are great options. No, Meghan Trainor music is not all about the bass. We need lyrics combined with rhythm.

My aim is to write this blog post in a way that you can hear the music I’ve listened to this fine Saturday. I’m not going to tell you every song that I’ve listened to, but you can guess. Don’t just read. While on my music journey, I’ve discovered and rediscovered songs.

Listen to Don McClean’s American Pie. Then, feel it.

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Young Hollywood Star Jenna Ortega Is Beautiful But “Horrific”

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Young Hollywood Star Jenna Ortega Is Beautiful But “Horrific”

Young Hollywood star Jenna Ortega is beautiful but acts horrific. Read that previous sentence again if needed. This 20-year-old needs a check, and by check, I mean a paycheck for her acting abilities, because she is gifted in filming horror productions.

Did you know she played Young Jane in Jane the Virgin? So, she is well connected with ties to Gina Rodriguez. Could you imagine her working with Gomez and Rodriguez soon? She’s already worked with Demi Lovato on Twitter. One thing I learned is that anything can happen in Hollywood.

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Ortega has been acting since the age of nine. Like Selena Gomez, the celebrity rose to fame as a child actress. I discovered you can connect the dots and arrive at any given point if you know what you’re looking for in the matrix. In entertainment, celebrities are stars that emit light to the planet. LET THE STARS SHINE. Unfortunately, universal truths are mistaken as myths sometimes.

Directors dream of having this actress in their movies and TV series. Whatever the project, expect light to shine and greatness to exude from this one. Coming to theaters on March 10, 2023, Scream VI will have you screaming. A large part of your pulse rate jumping is Jenna Ortega. What can you expect from her character in the film?

Are You Scared of Masked Men?

What does this official trailer tell you about the movie industry? Isn’t film an art, so Ortega’s an artist? I’m not a huge fan of horror movies, but I believe Scream VI might be worth watching. In the official trailer, we get a glimpse of Ortega’s artistry. As an actress (thanks to the video editor) she’s demonstrated to you within a couple of minutes why you should buy a ticket and/or watch the film.

Stardom

If you won’t watch Scream VI, will you watch her other work? Wednesday is less intense but still has an element of horror. Have you noticed horror as a theme? Jimmy Fallon suggested the star’s type casted in horror films. What do you think?

Well, she brings a smile to my face. And the young Hollywood star is beautiful but “horrific.” I don’t know what to do, OK! Is it all right to say she brings joy to the day but also brings out the dark side? Who do we blame for this dilemma? Certainly, it’s not Ortega’s fault that she’s so beautifully horrific. She’s beautiful but horrific and that’s terrific. At least, she’s not horrible or terrible.

Would You Like to Dance?

Let’s dance. The celeb shows her creativity with a dance out of this world in Netflix’s Wednesday. It’s reminding me of a Jennifer Lopez dance back in the day. The star seems like a lot of fun. Does the dance bring a smile to your face?

Check out this cool article and come back here and finish reading. Technically, though from my understanding, the celebrity is already in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as White Tiger. The following article explains what you need to know about her character which first appeared in Iron Man 3.

I would like to see the young Hollywood star receive the opportunity of starring in a superhero film franchise like Elizabeth Olsen. Disney+, Marvel, Netflix, DC, Warner Bros., make it happen. There are more than enough superhero characters for the celeb to enter the Comic Con. Did you know she attended New York Comic Con and signed autographs for fans? Can you visualize Jenna Ortega in San Diego signing autographs?

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7 Celebrity Success Stories: How These Hollywood Stars Became Famous

7 Celebrity Success Stories: How These Hollywood Stars Became Famous

I want to write something different. Aren’t you tired of reading the same stories on the Internet? Where is the originality today? I believe blogging is an art. No one discusses how to survive as a blogger. But, I’m an artist, surviving.

Before I begin this post, thank you for reading. I appreciate your support anyway you can. Every subscription, follow, like, share, and comment counts.

Let’s begin!

So, the algorithms have taken over the world. I know you’ve heard about so-called software replacing real human work. How do you feel about this? Robots are even making lists reserved for humans to make. For example, it made a list of the 10 greatest basketball players. The question is are its opinions credible?

What are your thoughts about Artificial intelligence (A.I.)?

I want you to know I’m not a robot. This list I’m about to give is unique. I chose seven celebrity success stories from my brain and heart. Take that Recaptcha! 

    • Steven Spielberg
    • Stephen King
    • Jim Carrey
    • Beyoncé
    • Lady Gaga
    • Jennifer Lopez
    • Denzel Washington
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First, you need direction to succeed in life. If you don’t have a director are you really an actor? Do you know how much responsibility falls on the shoulders of a director? One must hire all the cast and crew then manage fragile egos and maneuver through all sorts of hurdles. 

When it comes to directors, Academy Award winning Steven Spielberg is one of Hollywood’s biggest names. One might say it doesn’t get any bigger than him but those are fighting words. Still, He’s as rich and famous as they come. Forbes reports his net worth at $4 billion.

But why do I call Steven Spielberg a celebrity success story? Because the University of Southern California film school rejected him three times, and he still kept trying to make films. It goes to show you what tenacity can do. Despite difficulties, he made his way into Hollywood’s ethereal gates and that wasn’t easy. Based loosely on a true story, The Fabelmans are nominated for seven Oscars. You’d bet Spielberg will win something for The Fabelmans.

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New York Times best selling novelist Stephen King is second on my list of celebrity success stories because he can write directions down better than anybody if needed with few exceptions. The horror genre novelist also dabbles in screenwriting. King became rich and famous despite difficulties. How many times do you think his debut novel got rejected before finding a publisher? The name of the game is to never give up. But, it’s not easy to keep going when it feels like you’re living in hell and suffocating.

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Third, Jim Carrey is another celebrity with a success story. Coming from a working class Canadian family to Hollywood was an uneventful trip. Early on in his career, few gave him a chance. When the so-called tastemakers doubt you, keep working hard at your craft it pisses off the right people. Carrey worked hard and he made his own atomic bomb and became the Einstein of comedy. 

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Fourth, there’s Beyoncé. One thing people like about her is that she generates buzz and has the money to go along with the honey. Some call her Queen Bey, the ruler of the Beyhive. She became successful by doing the little things right. A whole bunch of small things add up to big ones. Like the next person on my list, she’s rich and famous because of her work ethic. 

After winning three Grammys this year and setting an all time record, she’ll go on tour and perform new music from the 2022 Summer Renaissance album. Dare I say Beyoncé is one of the best to ever do it. Check out the 2023 Grammys Watch and Recap for more. So, why is she a success story in my book? Because of her extremely successful solo career after leaving Destiny’s Child, she’s a success story. 

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Next on the list is Lady Gaga. Let’s not get it twisted. Gaga did not become rich and famous overnight. She worked hard to prove she belonged in show business. Looking at her work, you can see she made some tough choices. But, she was born to be a star. That’s why I wasn’t surprised Gaga’s duet with Bradley Cooper in A Star Is Born won an Academy Award. 

Many fans are thrilled to see her star alongside Joaquin Phoenix in the Joker 2 movie. I believe her acting skills are underrated and she’s shown why she’s a creme de la creme entertainer. I included her as a celebrity success story because her record label dropped her when she was 19 years-old, yet she didn’t quit trying to sing. 

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Sixth, when it comes to work ethic, Jennifer Lopez may work harder than anybody else in Hollywood. She has humble beginnings like Jim Carrey. They’re both connected to In Living Color. JLo, Jenny from the Block, however you like to acknowledge her deserves the accolades. Before we had A.I. making decisions, sending text messages, controlling relationships, JLo’s body language communicated with the world on the silver screen and stage. I can remember watching movies like The Cell, Money Train (although before my time), and Selena and being mesmerized. 

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Finally, you need an actor who can end the script or blog post. Denzel Washington delivers amazing performances and will close out the blog post. Like Alonzo in Training Day: “King Kong ain’t got nothing on him.”  In all seriousness, Washington is the seventh celebrity success story because despite difficulties the director/actor succeeded in life as a husband, father, and man. He became rich and famous and many owe their careers to him. What is more, he stands for something bigger than himself.

Conclusion

I believe people must stand against Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) being used as a means of labor force exploitation before this thing gets out of hand. I feel it’s doing way more harm than good. Ask yourself what does OpenA.I. feel when it replaces you and/or your loved one’s job/career? Who knows what this so-called technology is really capable of doing? And who cares?