Chasing popularity: Influencers and celebrities in 18th and 19th Century Iberia

This panel explores individuals who sought recognition from the court of public opinion and other non-formalized avenues of expression. What did it mean to be an “influencer” or celebrity in the 18th or 19th centuries?

Deadline for submissions: Sunday, March 15, 2026

Elizabeth Franklin Lewis, University of Mary Washington (elewis@umw.edu )