Impact of Celebrity Endorsements on Consumer Buying Decisions – A Conceptual Framework
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: The use of celebrity endorsement has become a prevalent strategy in contemporary marketing, embraced by numerous large corporations. This approach is characterized by a well-known individual leveraging their public recognition to promote a specific product or service. The study employed exploratory research methods alongside a qualitative framework, which included an extensive review of existing literature, leading to the development of a conceptual model. The findings of the research indicate that certain key attributes are essential for a celebrity to be deemed suitable for endorsement roles. These attributes include congruency, flexibility, expertise, attractiveness, longevity, and likeability, all of which contribute to the effectiveness of the endorsement in enhancing brand visibility and consumer engagement.
Author: Dr. Tejashwini K C
Institution: GM University Davanagere Karnataka
Language: English
Subfield: Marketing
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4403196046