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What makes Zuckerberg’s glow-up so intriguing isn’t just the style change but what it signifies about celebrity culture in the digital age. As a tech billionaire, Zuckerberg has often been viewed as a symbol of the often-loathed Silicon Valley elite—kind of a caricature of the "geeky billionaire." Now, he seems to be shedding that image entirely, playing the game of public perception with savvy PR tricks and bold style choices.
Fascinatingly, there’s speculation that Zuckerberg might be trying to appeal to “Zoomers”—the younger generation—by adopting a more rebellious, streetwear-inspired aesthetic. Whether or not this is a genuine shift or a calculated strategy, the public seems captivated.