Why don't celebs Lil Nas X & Doja Cat & others leave twitter after getting blue check from Elon?

So, I stumbled across this wild article about why celebs like Lil Nas X and Doja Cat haven’t fled Twitter, even after getting that coveted blue check from Elon Musk himself. Basically, the article explores how Twitter has become this frenzied arena of controversy, cancel culture, and mindless trolls, yet these famous folks still stick around. Why the heck would they put themselves through that kind of social media gauntlet?

Well, turns out, Twitter can actually be really beneficial for celebs. Besides the obvious perk of being able to connect with fans directly (which can translate to more album sales or movie tickets sold), having an active Twitter account shows that they’re “in the know” and engaged with whatever’s trending. Plus, having a verified account with that blue checkmark gives them a certain level of clout and credibility. It’s like they’re part of an exclusive club or something.

But of course, with great power (or in this case, verified status) comes great responsibility. Celebs have to be super careful with what they post or say, especially if they want to avoid getting dragged or “canceled” by the Twitter mob. One misstep and suddenly they’re the subject of a viral hashtag and a million angry tweets. It’s a lot of pressure, but I guess it’s worth it for the chance to interact with fans and maintain that online presence.

As for me personally, I can’t imagine being famous enough to have that kind of Twitter clout. But I do follow a few celebs on there and it’s always interesting to see how they navigate the Twitterverse. It makes me appreciate how tough it can be to put yourself out there and deal with all the craziness. All in all, I think this article highlights how important social media has become for public figures, and how careful they have to be with every word they type.