Moral pressure on celebrities

Albeit the illegal drug use of celebrities remains a small probability event, accounting for a very small percentage of all drug-related cases in China according to the police, the drug use of these celebrities has still aroused public concern about the credibility of these stars. As recognized public figures with outstanding influence and great charisma, celebrities are likely to face increasing skepticism regarding their behavior and integrity due to these fallen idols. Even worse, the subsequent prejudice against a certain group of public figures might even deal a blow to the overall trust in society.

gmw.cn, Aug 20

A consensus should be reached among the entertainment industry, media outlets, and fans of celebrities: all public idols are required to abide by the fundamental ethics of social morality, and shall be temporarily suspended from the show biz if they violate the rules. The Uruguayan soccer player Luis Suarez was punished by FIFA, the F��d��ration Internationale de Football Association, for infamously biting an Italian opponent during a game at this year's World Cup in Brazil. Likewise, to avoid more negative speculation, similar bans should also be imposed on those stars who take drugs.