Whatever will we do without their razor-sharp political advice?

There are many reasons to admire and respect many of our celebrities in the movie, television and sports fields. After all, they've worked for years to be able to remember their lines for up to five minutes at a time (check the blooper reels some time) or to move a bag of air up and down and playing field.

What is it though, that makes the media think that we care what these people think regarding subjects so far outside of their expertise? Why does the media and I guess some people put more value on what these folks say rather than any other citizen?

In the 2008 movie "Get Smart", there is a scene where the bad guys discuss nuking Los Angeles. To paraphrase, the henchman says "But what about all the stars?" and Siegfried's reply is "Whatever will we do without their razor-sharp political advice?"

Last week we got to hear from the Forrest Gump of actors, Matt Damon, about how Sarah Palin becoming President of the United States would be "like a really bad Disney movie."

This week, Ted Danson, known for his comedic roles as a bar owner and medical doctor blesses us with this wisdom based on his extensive experience. To be fair, this comes from a British newspaper who refers to Mr. Danson as "A leading Hollywood actor" so perhaps the Brits think more of his acting than we do.

Actor Ted Danson blames fish and chips for shark extinction threat

(Via Telegraph UK News.)

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