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Saturday, February 26, 2005

MusicDish Industry e-Journal

MusicDish Industry e-Journal
Do Parents Allow The Entertainment Industry To Eat Their Young?
By: Jaci Rae
2004-12-27

"In today’s society we know that the moral fiber of our communities is in peril. Why then, do we not protect our children? We have a responsibility to safeguard our most vulnerable; instead, we prematurely catapult them into a world they are not mature enough to handle and destroy their innocence.

Frequently, I am asked by parents and friends of aspiring “stars” to offer my opinion about getting their child into show business. Here is a typical question:

After the performance I spoke with her mom (who was in tears the whole time) about their incredible daughter and her future. Their daughter's dream is to be on stage singing professionally. I said I would forward some information to you - to get your thoughts
After much contemplation, I wrote to the parents (excerpt):

“No matter how strong your daughter or your dream is, wait until she is 18 to try for stardom. She is already doing what she most wants, and that is to be on stage. Once she is 18 and you are ready for her to sell sex to other teenagers and older men in their 20s - 60's, she will be better equipped to handle the response, as you will be also ...” "


Read the article is poses some interesting thoughts and advice.

MusicDish Article

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