ANY sincere fan will, at times, display what may seem like an inordinate amount of emotional attachment and angst over sports celebrity gossip. Whether it’s a star of music, film or television spotted in the stands at a game or an athlete-designed fashion collaboration that sparks fervor, celebrity presence adds an extra layer of intrigue to any sporting event and can increase viewership and ticket sales. However, it is important for fans to find a balance between entertainment and responsible engagement by prioritizing more substantial issues and fostering a critical mindset when navigating the world of sports celebrity gossip.
This week, we take a look at the latest sports celebrity gossip including NBA star Damian Lillard and his Subaru lifestyle, WNBA star Suni Lee and her NBA player boyfriend OG Anunoby and a teen powerlifter whose mind-blowing lifts had the athletics world in awe. Plus, Olympian Lindsey Vonn opens up about her groin injury, soccer star Benjamin Mendy makes a multi-million dollar claim against Manchester City and more.
Are these celebrities causing sports drama?
Is this a case of cheeseheads going too far?