Simon, I agree about there are so many other interesting things, why do people have to focus on celebs.,musicians,etc.
I guess this sort of stuff goes way back to ancient times, people had some sort of need of entertainment, look at Greek mythology, and their form of theatre, The Coliseum of Rome, Shakespeare (sp?), and so many other civilizations.
I think it's probably just human nature, desiring to hear something new, rather it's true or not.
There's a market for it and people love a story.
I'm glad I'm not famous, really, I like my privacy and peace. LOL!!!
Good topic, Simon.