| URL | celebuzz.com |
|---|---|
| Commercial? | Yes |
| Type of site | Celebrity gossip news |
| Available language(s) | English |
| Owner | Buzz Media |
| Launched | June 3, 2008 |
| Current status | Beta |
Celebuzz.com is a social media destination that focuses exclusively on celebrity culture. Based in Hollywood, CA Celebuzz is run by Buzz Media, Inc., a media company also home to Buzznet, a social media network that is predominately centered around music.[1] While Buzznet.com initially focused on both music and pop culture Celebuzz.com was created to completely encompass the pop culture and celebrity news and gossip world.[2]
Launched in June 2008 Celebuzz content is sourced from an in-house editorial team in addition to partnering with a number of existing celebrity blogs and various celebrity photo and news agencies. Users can create their own customized profiles, comment on and share stories, and connect with others with similar interests.[3]
In July and August 2008, Celebuzz announced additional partnerships with celebrity blogs for reality TV stars Kim Kardashian[4], Audrina Patridge[5] and Khloe Kardashian.