As social media influencers, celebrity culture, and branding have grown in popularity, the term “role model” has come to refer more to public persona than to real-world behavior.
This tendency has sparked a discussion regarding whether role models ought to be those who prioritize concrete deeds or those.
Who just thrive in the limelight. The expectations of society about what constitutes a decent role model are evolving along with the public life scene.
Some people believe that someone who actively works to improve the world, promotes equality, and uses their position for good should serve as a role model.
Others see a role model as someone who exhibits resilience, achievement, and perseverance—even if such qualities are attained via brand-building and popular culture.