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Celebrity Influencer Marketing Is Dead, Report Says

New data from Matter Communications reveals customers are making purchases based on influencers who are relatable, original content or provide credible expertise. Only 11% of consumers prefer

Celebrity Influencer Marketing Is Dead, Report Says
MarketingTrends

Celebrity Influencer Marketing Is Dead, Report Says

New data from Matter Communications reveals customers are making purchases based on influencers who are relatable, original content or provide credible expertise. Only 11% of consumers prefer celebrity influencers – a notable reduction from Matter’s 2020 Influencer Survey (17-22%). And when asked what the most important attribute was when learning about a company, product or brand, consumers’ top choice was authenticity (39%).

Matter is a Brand Elevation Agency that integrates PR, marketing and creative services into content-rich campaigns that inspire action and build value. Founded in 2003, with eight offices spanning North America, Matter works with the world’s most innovative companies across healthcare, high-technology, consumer technology, professional services and consumer markets.

Matter surveyed more than 1,000 U.S. consumers to uncover how social media consumption, influencer perceptions and purchasing habits have evolved in the past year. 69% of respondents are likely to trust a friend, family member or influencer recommendation over…

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