How celebrities influence important issues

I’ve been noticing more and more that celebrities are not just using their platforms for entertainment but also to raise awareness about global and social issues. Sometimes it feels genuine, other times more like PR, but either way, the reach they have is undeniable. https://hollywoodlife.com/2025/08/19/how-stars-use-platforms-to-raise-awareness-for-issues-and-change/
is a good example of how stars are shifting conversations and giving visibility to causes that might otherwise stay in the shadows. What I find interesting is how it can spark dialogue among people who wouldn’t normally be engaged in activism. Of course, there’s always a debate about whether celebrities should be leading these conversations or if it should come from grassroots efforts, but the undeniable fact is they have the audience, and that changes the dynamics.