“Actors, musicians, and athletes become well-known because of their success in their respective fields. Fame is a byproduct of their occupation, rather than the goal itself. A creator, on the other hand, tends to build their following intentionally, using content as a means to grow an audience and establish influence.”

— Max, New York, NY

“To me, a celebrity is accomplished in their career whether that’s acting, music, television, or another specific industry. While I think it’s possible for influencers or creators to reach celebrity status, such as Alix Earle, most celebrities are on a set level due to their career and accomplishments within that field.”

— Jade, Orlando, FL

“The distinction to me is that creators can be celebrities but not all celebrities are creators. Sometimes celebrities take PART in a creator’s work (ie. movies/tv/photographs).”

— Sarah, New York, NY

“The line definitely feels blurry these days—I distinctly remember the reactions when Addison Rae was invited to the Met Gala. I do think creators are differentiated by their work; they’re self-producing and self-editing, and they may not boast as large of a follower base as mainstream celebrities, but often a more loyal one.”

— Maya, Berkeley, CA

“A creator to me is someone who is producing something like a body of work, a product, or a piece of art. Beyond just influencers and content creators, a true creator to me can be a visual artist, musician, designer, etc.”

— Audrey, New York, NY

“Differentiating has become increasingly difficult as many influencers have reached celebrity status now. However I think the biggest thing is how they have gained fame. Celebrities most commonly are famous through their career (acting, singing, fashion, etc.) While creators gain fame for their personalities and relationship they create with their fans.”

— Noor, Berkeley, CA

“My relationship with tattoos I would say is kinda weird? I grew up with my parents consistently ingraining in me that tattoos are bad/distasteful/and people are treated less than in the workplace if they have them. However, I have 5 small tattoos that can be easily covered besides two that are on my arms (which was a bit scary for me).”

— Anneliese, Chicago, IL

“I have about 6 tattoos. I love them and am very lucky to have parents who didn't care and am in an industry that doesn't care. I regret all of them but not because of the content -- I got them before I started acting and I wish I had a few less visible ones for roles.”

— Alexis, Chicago, IL

“I am personally not a huge fan of tattoos because I don’t think they look good. This is similar to how my parents and grandparents feel (they also often bring up the point of how tattoos will look when you’re old). But where I differ is I think a meaningful tattoo could be very cool.”

— Nolan, Seattle, WA

“I personally love tattoos and have always admired them as an artistic medium and means of self-expression. My feelings are definitely different from that of my family members though, as I can't say they approve. My parents can't wrap their heads around "why you would blemish your body" or pay someone to stab permanent ink into your skin lol.”

— Audrey, New York, NY

“I don't understand getting random little things or stupid pop culture references done at a young age, like things that'll have no meaning and shouldn't be permanently on anybody for decades to come. 18 seems wayyy too young to get a tattoo. But i digress, to each their own.”

— Serena, Hoboken, NJ

“I just recently got one! I don't think I would ever get a tattoo larger than a few inches or super visible, but I'm a big fan of smaller ones that are easier to hide if needed. My parents did say no to my idea of getting one, but I did it anyway. Their main issue with it is that it is permanent, but I think there's also an element of seeing it as synonymous to delinquency.”

— Christine, Palo Alto, CA