China bans celebrity rankings in bid to ‘rectify chaos in the fan community’
by Helen Davidson from on (#5NTZQ)
Authorities increase regulation of fame and fan culture that they say will tackle online bullying and protect children
Chinese authorities have banned online lists ranking celebrities by popularity, as regulators continue a drive to clean up" fame and fandom culture.
According to regulations published in state media, all existing lists that rank Chinese stars must also be removed from the internet.
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