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I decided to do the Celebrity vs. Hero powerpoint because everyone and their moms are blogging about the gender stereotypes.

Veterens- Hero, because they performed a service that requires great courage and other noble qualities. Whether you support certain wars or not, I think the troops should be supported because they're over there doing a job you're not willing or mentally/physically capable of doing. Some stereotypes associated with veterans, older veterans anyway, is that many of them are crazy. I've seen countless TV shows, movies, etc. that show veterans as people that have completely lost their minds. I'm sure this is the case a lot of the time though.

50 Cent- Celebrity...what has he done that can be seen has "heroic"? I'm not familiar with his full life story, but I'm sure he never saved any kids from a burning building or anything. I guess the biggest stereotype with him is that he is a "thug" or "gangsta". Afterall, he was shot nine times. His lyrics prove the stereotype for the most part.

Blue Collar Comedy- Celebrity. Why on Earth would they be heroes? Why are they even in this powerpoint? The stereotype with these comedians is that they are all idiot rednecks; that's what their entire act is about.

Harvey Milk- I say a mix of both. Back in his prime, I would lean more toward the hero side because he, being a gay man, fought for gay rights and equality. Nowadays, with a recent movie, I'd say he's being turned into more of a celebrity. I guess since he's gay the stereotype would be that he is feminine and wouldn't make a strong leader.

Tyra Banks- Celebrity. Mayhaps she could be a role model for some troubled girls out there, but she's just downright crazy. If you don't believe me, watch this video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOR4qekHWlA. There is no stereotype here...she's cuckoo for Cocoa Puffs.

Ellen DeGeneres- This one is similar to Harvey Milk. For some, she could be seen as a role model for gay women. For others, just your average celebrity. She's not really anything to me though, I'm not a fan of hers. Since she's a lesbian, the stereotype with her is that maybe she is too manly.

Mother Teresa- Hero. She helped countless people who were starving, sick, poor, etc. A stereotype of hers could come from her being very religious. She could be seen as "no fun".

Wonder Woman- Celebrity since she's not real...she can't be a hero. Since she's a strong and independent woman, maybe she could be stereotyped as a "b*itch".

Angelina Jolie- I say celebrity. Yes, she's well on her way to adopting half of the orphans on earth, but let's be real. She's a celebrity. A stereotype of hers is that she's crazy. She KISSED HER BROTHER ON THE LIPS at some award show for cake's sake! MULTIPLE TIMES! That's weird!

Jennifer Aniston- Celebrity. What has she done that's heroic? Nothing that I know of, that's for sure. With the whole stupidly publicized breakup of her and Mr. Pitt, she could be stereotyped as a jealous, angry, woman....but oh so attractive.

Donald Trump- Celebrity. He's a greedy old man with abysmal hair. He's stereotyped as a greedy old man with abysmal hair.

Bill Clinton- I guess he's a mix of both. I think he did a pretty good job as president, so I guess the hero factor could come in from that. However, the whole Monica Lewinsky business made him into more of a celebrity. The stereotype is that he cheats on his wife.

Anne Frank- Leaning towards hero on this one. Not for me personally, but for others. Her tale is one of courage. The endless stream of media on her could make her into a celebrity though. I can't think of any stereotypes...only awful jokes that are in bad taste.

Our Parents- I guess this one is hero by default for most of us. Our parents raised us and all that. The stereotype, amoung us teenagers at least, is that our parents are stupid and should leave us alone.