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- 1 Many digital tokens have been launched by famous personalities, some of which include Snoop Dogg and Paris Hilton.
- 2 Digital tokens owned by celebrities create a sense of exclusivity and connection.
Today, the digital asset space is not just limited to digital enthusiasts and financial experts but has sensed an expansion with celebrities joining the space, who have launched their digital tokens leveraging their fame and influence. These tokens serve to empower the communities and offer exclusive experience to fans.
Some notable celebrities who have taken the plunge into the cryptocurrency world, creating their own digital tokens are listed below.
Snoop Dogg
The famous rapper, Snoop Dogg, has launched the Snoop Dogg Passport Series. Holders of the NFT will receive access to his private and off stage contents and music. This is an exclusive chance for fans to know Snoop in a better way and also to travel abroad without a passport. Hence, it is named as the Passport Series.
The rapper’s first NFT, A Journey with the Dogg, was released in March 2021. He has named himself the NFT whale because he has collectibles approx. $27 Million.
Paris Hilton
As stated in The Guardian of owning more than 150 NFTs, Paris Hilton called herself digital, revealing that she had started investing in crypto in 2016. She had created her first NFT in 2019, and in March 2020, she sold it for charity. In April 2021, she launched a collection named the Iconic Crypto Queen.
The famous celebrity Paris Hilton recently announced that she will interact with her fans and sell her digital goods. Hilton is planning to host parties and community events on Sandbox. There, she will sell Paris inspired NFTs and host virtual parties.
Lindsay Lohan
The actress and singer Lindsay Lohan created her own digital currency called LohanCoin. It was designed to be a token for her fans, thereby offering exclusive content and experience.
The concept behind her token was to offer her fans a unique way to engage with her career and personal brand. The token was designed to grant holders access to exclusive content, behind the scenes footage and personalized messages.
Tony Hawk
Tony Hawk is another celebrity who has announced his partnership plans with Sandbox. It is a collaboration with NFL star Tom Brady’s sports focused NFT platform Autograph which will include a collection of digital avatars that players will be able to buy on the platform.
In 2022, Hawk launched an NFT collection called The Last Trick Skateboard, a vision of combining sports with digital space. It features Hawk’s most iconic tricks. On purchasing the NFT, the buyer also receives a physical skateboard too.
Lebron James
Lebron James, the greatest basketball player who has won countless awards and honors, also owns NFTs, and is 2023’s Crypto.com ambassador. His most expensive NFT was sold for $200,000 in 2021. James has partnered with Crypto.com for the buying and selling of NFTs and crypto. The Moment of Truth, is among some of his famous NFTs.
Conclusion
The entry of celebrities into the world of digital assets has brought attention and excitement to the cryptocurrency space. But their involvement has varied in terms of success and longevity. The intersection of celebrity culture in blockchain technology continues to evolve presenting both opportunities and challenges in this ever changing landscape.
With a background in journalism, Ritika Sharma has worked with many reputed media firms focusing on general news such as politics and crime. She joined The Coin Republic as a reporter for crypto, and found a great passion for cryptocurrency, Web3, NFTs and other digital assets. She spends a lot of time researching and delving deeper into these concepts around the clock, and is a strong advocate for women in STEM.
