The legendary singer took on a saint-like aura for some fans.
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Classical music lovers might think they’re different from pop music stans but letters show their love and devotion run just as deep.
Stories about young queer people coming of age and finding love have touched people across age and identity, bringing healing after the AIDS crisis and harsh upbringings.
It’s one thing to pull for your national team when patriotism feels uncomplicated. It’s quite another when you aren’t feeling very proud to be an American.
Fans didn’t just watch the Blue Jays — they carried the emotional weight of a season. Here’s why fandom feels so personal, and how we process it all.
In a world increasingly dominated by digital platforms and ephemeral content, these little plastic figures can remind us that tangible artefacts still matter.
Being a sports fan has been shown to cultivate a sense of belonging. But what about all that sitting, snacking and drinking? And what does that mean for younger, health-conscious fans?
The Japanese government hopes that economic growth can be rekindled through consumer-driven spending.
With its hi-tech format and team matches, TGL could attract new fans to golf. But it also risks alienating traditional fans of the game.
‘Lore’ was shortlisted for the Oxford word of the year.
Even though it brings together popular newcomer Ayo Adebiri with old Hollywood hand John Malkovich, this film about a celebrity cult feels confused and disjointed.
Beyond entertainment, fandom provides meaning, values and essential community to some participants.
This South Korean boy band is the first act ever to debut at No.1 on the Billboard 200 chart with its first six entries. It has a very devoted fanbase to thank.
Assault allegations against Neil Gaiman raise some serious moral questions about the unequal power relations between star authors and their fans.
Fan communities coping with a celebrity loss do several things that help their members feel supported and connected.
As Gavin and Stacey prepare to bow out for good on Christmas day, a TV expert explains how the end of a favourite series can affect its devoted fans.
Soccer is neither the most violent or physical sport, yet its fan base is uniquely prone to aggression. There are reasons why this is the case.
Much like modern-day football hooliganism, gladiator fandom could be weaponised in inter-communal violence.
Shipping has become a massive part of fan culture. Even when writers and media producers don’t explicitly pair up characters, fans will fill the gaps, creating their own versions and interpretations.
For the first time, players will be permitted to wear Guardian Caps over their helmets during regular season games.
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Assistant Professor, Department of English, Lakehead University
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Assistant Director of American Culture Studies, Washington University in St. Louis
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Allardyce Nicoll Chair in Drama, University of Birmingham
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Associate Professor of Psychology, West Chester University of Pennsylvania
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