Part 11/13:
The Power Dynamics of Public Support
A troubling aspect of this phenomenon is the transactional nature of support—public declarations often starkly contrast with private realities. The passive-aggressive comment from Dylan O'Brien's trans sibling underscores how being publicly recognized as supportive does not necessarily translate into consistent or meaningful support. It highlights a broader issue: once identities become part of celebrity narratives, they risk becoming commodities to be used for social capital, rather than authentic aspects of personal lives.