Tina Fey Critiques Celebrity Side Hustles and Questions Modern Branding Trends
During a candid conversation on Amy Poehler's podcast, Tina Fey humorously criticized wealthy celebrities pursuing additional ventures, expressing her preference for financial security over excess.
- Tina Fey expressed her disapproval of wealthy celebrities engaging in side hustles, stating she 'judges' it if they already have substantial wealth.
- Fey humorously admitted to 'kind of hating money' and prioritizing financial security over material gain or entrepreneurial ventures.
- She rejected the idea of launching her own product lines, such as glasses or haircare, despite encouragement from Amy Poehler during the podcast episode.
- Fey specifically criticized celebrity branding in wellness industries, questioning the credibility of such endorsements, including an example of homeopathic children’s medications promoted by an actress.
- Amy Poehler encouraged Fey to adopt a more modern, Gen Z-inspired perspective on side hustles, emphasizing the generational differences in attitudes toward wealth and entrepreneurship.