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European Journal of Marketing· 2026Q1

Can AI replace the stars? The effectiveness of celebrity avatars in emotional connections

Jin Xue, Xuye Zhou, M. Liu, Allen Ding Tian

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Consumers form weaker emotional connections with celebrity avatars than with real celebrities, showing lower commitment, emotional value, and attachment, due to reduced perceived intimacy and enduring involvement.

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