Crazy for Chalamet: Cougar Simone's Obsession Hits Social Media!
The Dark Side of Celebrity Adoration: When Stans Turn Creepy
In a world where social media has turned fans into rabid followers, it's not uncommon for celebrities to be bombarded with attention from admirers who refuse to accept reality. But when does adoration turn into obsession? For Timothée Chalamet's most ardent fan, 58-year-old Simone Cromer, the line between love and lunacy has become increasingly blurred.
Cromer, a self-proclaimed "Chalamaniac" with 48,000 followers on X and Instagram, has made it her mission to convince Chalamet that his girlfriend, Kylie Jenner, is a toxic influence who doesn't deserve his love. The vitriol she spews towards Jenner is nothing short of astonishing – accusing her of being a "stalker" and an "attention hog." But what's even more disturbing is Cromer's own history with the actor.
According to sources, Cromer has been following Chalamet from red carpets to film festivals, leaving no stone unturned in her pursuit of his attention. She's even claimed that she "manifested" their meeting at Coachella music festival in 2022 – a notion that's more than a little far-fetched. And while some might dismiss Cromer as a harmless fan girl, the truth is much more sinister.
As one former co-worker described her: "Simone was always a bit...off." But it's not just Cromer who's been swept up in this vortex of celebrity obsession – theScholarlyNote.com has discovered that she's far from alone. In fact, there are countless women (and men) out there who have devoted themselves to their favorite stars with an unhealthy fervor.
Take our writer, for example. She recalls being smitten with Dan Quayle in the 80s – the former Vice President's charm and good looks had her swooning like a teenager. And it wasn't just Quayle that caught her eye; his wife Marilyn was also fair game. Our writer remembers obsessively covering up Marilyn's face on their official White House portrait with her own face, and proudly displaying it in her bedroom for five years.
But what drove this behavior? Was it a genuine desire to connect with the Quayles, or simply an unhealthy fixation on someone out of reach? The answer, much like Cromer's motivations, is shrouded in mystery. However, one thing is certain – when admiration turns into all-consuming passion, it can have disastrous consequences for both the fan and the celebrity.
The Dark Side of BURNING MAN
Meanwhile, Burning Man revelers were left to cower in their RVs as a sandstorm ripped through the Nevada desert festival this week. Eight hours stuck in traffic might be enough to drive anyone mad – but when you're forced to abandon your psychedelic trips for shelter, it's a whole different story.
KIM KARDASHIAN'S 12-YEAR-OLD DAUGHTER TAKES CENTER STAGE
In other news, Kim Kardashian was spotted with her daughter North in Rome this week. The 12-year-old wore a rather risqué corset that left many questioning the influence of her parents on her wardrobe choices.
THE TROUBLED WORLD OF PRO TENNIS
Pro tennis doesn't pay as well as it used to, but Sachia Vickery has found an innovative way to supplement her income: posting semi-nudes and feet pics on OnlyFans for $12.99 a month. When asked about charging for dates, she made the rather dubious claim that "it's over the line."
DADDY ISSUES
Zoe Kravitz is rumored to be torn between co-star Austin Butler and Harry Styles – two men who remind her of different aspects of her father's personality. But what does this say about our celebrity culture, where it's not uncommon for starlets to fall for guys who resemble their dads?
MEGHAN MARKLE'S ROYAL WHINING
Drama queen Meghan Markle is still whining about life as a royal – complaining that she "couldn't be as vocal" and had to wear nude pantyhose. One can almost feel sorry for her...almost.
KIM JENNER'S FACELIFT FIASCO
At 69, Kris Jenner insists she's "aging gracefully." But with a recent facelift that's supposed to turn back the clock by 30 years, it's clear she's still got an eye on her looks. Perhaps Dr. Steven Levine could work his magic on Kanye West's ego next?
WILL SMITH'S AI SNAFU
Global icon and comic-slapper Will Smith has allegedly used AI to gin up the crowds on his recent concert tour – a move that's left many head-scratching online. It seems the Fresh Prince of Bel Air has resorted to some pretty shady tactics to keep his fans entertained.
VANITY FAIR'S COVER-UP
Staff at Vanity Fair are threatening to quit over the prospect of putting First Lady Melania Trump on the cover – one mid-level editor reportedly declared, "If I have to work bagging groceries at Trader Joe's, I'll do it." Let's hope new global editorial director Mark Guiducci is tougher than his team.