This content is copyright of CelebMix.com. Selfie, online celeb culture | Free Photo Celebrities were once defined by the press, glossy magazines, and television. That world has since changed. The way people achieve fame and maintain it has undergone such a major transformation through online platforms like YouTube, Instagram, TikTok and other live streaming platforms. People now receive recognition through viral videos, social media challenges, and basic social media posts instead of traditional media appearances.