Influencers really change how we see celebrities in a few big ways:

• Setting impossible standards: They show off perfect lives, which can make people feel bad about themselves when they compare.
• Spreading rumors: Influencers can share gossip that takes the focus away from real news.
• Choosing what to talk about: Sometimes, they skip important topics, which can confuse what people understand.

Some ideas to fix this are:

• Teaching people how to think critically about what influencers say so they can understand the messages better.
• Encouraging influencers to act responsibly in their marketing to make sure they show a true picture.