topic Re: Celebrity Lines in Q Talk

Celebrity Lines

mzmaree — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 22:44:46 GMT

When $million$ are not enough.

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tansy — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 22:51:25 GMT

@mzmaree wrote:
When $million$ are not enough.

Don't forget the $trillionaires$ who don't think they have enough.

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shoekitty — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 23:22:52 GMT

@mzmaree wrote:
When $million$ are not enough.

@mzmaree I don't mind it, some are good , some are no so good. All celebs aren't as rich as people think. They may have a had a few years on A list or had a top show. They pay high taxes, high maintainence costs, up keep. They have manager, at least 2, a couple agents, all getting a piece of the pie. Many live normal lives, knowing it isn't going to last. It never does, only for a few. They get taken by agents, lawyers and such. Also, the business is so different now, most of the business is gone. I think some celebs get offers to represent brands, or they create one for tax write offs, as well as putting away for future if it is successful. They get bored, what to try something new. If it isn't any good, it won't last. Don't think for one minute if they sell an item for 100 bux it goes in their pocket, they see probably 10 cents. And music business? Catalogues are sold, with streaming some loose most of the income. Ain't what people think. If you are talking Heiress rich, some might want to go out on their own. Although, I think taxes...but what do I know? lol. Don't begrudge them their lot. You probably live a more contented life, who knows.

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Nancy Drew — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 23:05:14 GMT

No one is entitled to other people's labor.

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They CallMe MRWILKES — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 23:05:52 GMT

About whom are we speaking? That would help the discussion and comments.

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SilleeMee — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 23:20:58 GMT

This thread popped up about the same time Kathy Hilton came on the set.

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shoekitty — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:01:55 GMT

I heard top Celebrity Brand goes to Dr Dre, others are Jessica Alba, Selena Gomez, Scarlett Jo, Rhianna, Jennifer Lopez, and a few others. I am talking money making brands . If you ask me Dr Dre did a great service!!! Not on,y that but those Beats have outlasted a Rap career.

A long lasting celebrity brand Is Jacquline Smith ....now she still brings in money, but doesn't really have career now. See. smart move I think

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sunshine45 — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 23:22:16 GMT

whether you like them or not......they are employing people and there are real designers behind their lines....they just dont have "names." some could be big names in the future, some may just be getting started, and some just may be talented and need a JOB.

@shoekitty

i like what you said!

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They CallMe MRWILKES — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 23:32:10 GMT

I have no problem whatsoever with thousandaires becoming millionaires.

And then millionaires becoming billionaires.

And then becoming triillionaires.

Work and grow and expand and innovate!

It's pure free market capitalism and I fully endorse and support it!

More, more, more personal wealth creation is key.

That goal has served me well.

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Beammeupscotty — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 23:23:36 GMT

Jealousy. Comes to mind.

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mzmaree — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 23:24:49 GMT

Anyone who thinks $178 for a pair of flannel pjs in today’s economy is reasonable. If in your price range and you like it, by all means, ring the bell.

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They CallMe MRWILKES — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 23:48:37 GMT

Thanks for your permission to spend my own hard earned money as I like!

Thank goodness we have no rules limiting the amount of personal wealth you may accumulate.

Your IRAs and 401ks and savings accounts may appreciate that.

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shoekitty — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 23:34:22 GMT

I just thought of celebrity brand that saved their life. Joan Rivers, for one. She was left broke, out of work, etc. Debbie Reynolds's sold all kinds of stuff, and worked to pay debts off.there are more, who lost careers, but survived on a good idea.

I think people like Harrison Ford, Al Pacino, Kevin Bacon, Ben Stiller,Jack Nicholson, *NSYNC, BILLY JOEL and many other actors and celebs were wiped out by bad agents, CPA's, managers. And yes, fell prey to scams and investments. But mainly theft in the names I mentioned. They had to hustle, take work they didn't like, panned by audiences, lol. Worked and worked. The good ones survived to go on. But many didn't. There is a flip side to everything.

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mzmaree — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 23:35:56 GMT

Perhaps “reality” is a better word.

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Sooner — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 23:42:10 GMT

@sunshine45 wrote:
whether you like them or not......they are employing people and there are real designers behind their lines....they just dont have "names." some could be big names in the future, some may just be getting started, and some just may be talented and need a JOB.

@shoekitty

i like what you said!

I doubt most of the people employed are in the U.S.A. I'd be all for celebrities who would invest in U.S.A jobs rather than sweat shops and child labor factories elsewhere.

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PhilaLady1 — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 23:44:51 GMT

My gut reaction is to agree with the implied sentiment of the OP. But I guess I kind of like that however large their bank account may be, they are working instead of just sitting back and doing nothing.

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shoekitty — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 23:53:20 GMT

@Sooner wrote:
@sunshine45 wrote:
whether you like them or not......they are employing people and there are real designers behind their lines....they just dont have "names." some could be big names in the future, some may just be getting started, and some just may be talented and need a JOB.

@shoekitty

i like what you said!
I doubt most of the people employed are in the U.S.A. I'd be all for celebrities who would invest in U.S.A jobs rather than sweat shops and child labor factories elsewhere.

@Sooner , that's why I don't purchase clothing here. There used to be American made clothes here, not since 2003. I think the HONESTY BRAND employs people here in US. And she had stuff made here. What people don't realize is you can buy clothes , made here for same price as QVC, especially on sale I just bought tops, sewn, designed, and factory in here in my state, the fabric made in Georgia , dyed in SoCal. lol. Makes it rounds. 49 bucks, free ship, free returns if needed...I never have. I also got clearance on lissatheshop for 29-89 bucks. If they have your size. Supports people who actually live and spend their money here

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shoekitty — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:04:15 GMT

@SilleeMee wrote:
This thread popped up about the same time Kathy Hilton came on the set.

@SilleeMee lol, I figured. I don't begrudge her what she is doing. I know she isn't making big money believe me. IDK why exactly she has done this, but guessing. Wants to get out of her area, try something, or she is helping friend, she really cares about doing this, or tax write off, something to do, maybe fun for her. She raises enough money for charities, they give money. Btw I am sure all the Hilton name isn't hers, or her husbands. Every woman wants to try something new. Who knows. I don't watch, but someone thought it was a good idea. And sadly, we here on the forums are drop in the ocean when it comes to viewership and buying. lol. Our opinions are oft for naught. lol! jMHO. Nothing else

Re: Celebrity Lines

tansy — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:39:08 GMT

Our country is extremely upside down on income and that is not good.

Pay your d@mn taxes at least.

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Etoile308 — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:39:31 GMT

One of QVC's stated strategies was to bring in more "celebrity" lines thinking that's what would attract customers.

Along the way I think what they forgot was that customers want quality, value, and convenience.