I would have to be crazy to want someone to rupture my skin, but plenty of people were just crazy enough to start a new fad. ... In American culture, celebrities' roles extend beyond their job titles, to include fashion icon, role model, and all around public figure. ... More so than a fashion statement, celebrities' display of their tattoos served as a statement of acceptance. ...

• Word Count: 2313
• Approx Pages: 9
• Grade Level: High School

I would have to be crazy to want someone to rupture my skin, but plenty of people were just crazy enough to start a new fad. ... In American culture, celebrities' roles extend beyond their job titles, to include fashion icon, role model, and all around public figure. ... More so than a fashion statement, celebrities' display of their tattoos served as a statement of acceptance. ...

• Word Count: 2313
• Approx Pages: 9
• Grade Level: High School