I can Quote by Kirstie Alley
“Usually, about 85 percent of what the tabloids report is a lie. Over the last year, I can truly say it has been 99 percent.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Media criticism discussion, 2015
The majority of tabloid stories are false; recent experience suggests the falsehood rate is even higher.
In simple terms: Tabloids are largely untruthful.
Approach tabloid news with skepticism.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily news consumption
- social media
- political propaganda
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you verify tabloid claims?
- What sources provide reliable news?
Not all tabloids are equally unreliable.