Mark+Hoppus


 * Mark Hoppus **

By: Mark Naas

Sanneh, Kelefa. “Familiar Faces of Pop-Punk Going It Alone. “ New York Times [New York] 11 Nov. 2006: 5-5.

This article talks about the break up of Blink 182 and how one of the members was saying bad things about Mark Hoppus. Then, the article goes on to say how Mark did not join in the battle and just kept his silence. The reason that I think that this is a characteristic of a good role model is because it shows how he is not one to go out and start a fight over something small that will just get him no where.

Kweli, Talib. “Blink 182’s Next Move. “ Rolling Stone 14 Nov. 2006:

This article discusses Mark Hoppus joining a new band after his old one, Blink 182, broke up. It says how he had to adapt his style of music that he wanted to play because the other members of his new band + 44 agreed it be best if they try a style that people hadn’t seen since the 1980’s. I think this shows unselfishness, which is something very important in a good role model, and that is really a must for someone to be a good role model.

6-6. Bambarger, Bradley. “The Modern Age.” BillBoard 21 Feb. 1998: 12-13.

This article talks about his childhood and how Mark was creative. It goes on to say how he wrote some of Blink 182’s most popular songs. This to me shows that he used his time for good things such as writing music or playing guitar rather than doing drugs and roaming the streets of San Diego.

Stockler, Russel. “Unblinkable.” People 13 Aug. 2001: 25-28.

This article talks about Mark’s home life and how he did not have a perfect coming of age. It also goes into how he felt when his parents divorced and what he did when they split. I think this is very important for kids because then anyone going through that kind of situation have someone to lookup to or relate to. With his experiences he offers a kind of role modeling most stars can not offer. He is not considered a good role model because he can donate a million dollars to a charity but because he can go out and put his time in and use his experiences to help less fortunate kids.

Dore, Shalini. “Make a Wish.” New York Times [New York] 5 Mar. 2006: 7-8.

This article talks about Mark’s involvement in the Make-A-Wish Foundation and how he has been making kids diagnosed with terminal illnesses lives a little sweeter before they pass. This is almost a no brainer as to why is makes him a good role model. Like I said before, I think time is priceless and it’s the biggest gift. Any celebrity can give money but not all are willing to give their time.

Colinah, Aliha. “My List.” Rolling Stone 13 Dec. 2006: 4-6.

This article might leave you to question why I picked it since it is just a list of Mark’s favorite songs. Well, the reason it caught my attention was because he has a Frank Sinatra song as one of his favorites and a Beach Boys song. The reason I picked this is because I think that it shows uniqueness. Today so many people just follow the trend, and it shows he does his own thing and tells his mind.

"Teen Influences." Interview with Bob Edwards. __Morning Edition (NPR)__. 1 Jan. 2002.

These articles talk about some of teens most popular idols. Along with many other popular celebrities is Mark Hoppus, who was one of the top idols. This shows that he is a role model for a lot of kids and that says a lot, because I’m sure that there are better role models than him out there. This points out that he is in the kids spot light and is helping many kids.

"Why are celebrities role models these days?" 5 Nov. 2001. 8 Mar. 2009.

This web site talks about why kids pick celebrities as role models. It also talks about how once again Mark Hoppus is one of the top influences. What they found was kids picked him over other more popular celebrities because of his responsibility and his maturity.

"Biography." __Blink 182__. 14 Oct. 1999. 8 Mar. 2009 .

This web site talks about Mark’s childhood and the good deeds he has done. These deeds range from a variety of things. Things from helping out his mom to things he did for friends. The reason this is important is because it shows his giving spirit and selflessness towards others.