#2015
A lookback at the best and worst 2015 had to offer
#NewYearNewMe
Personal improvement- Be more positive
Family and friends- Tell people what they mean to me more often
School and the outside world- Get things out of the way the night they are assigned
Top Three Entertainment Stories 2015
Star Wars Box Office Storm (Troopers)
It only took "Star Wars" 16 days to surpass $700 million, while it took the number one top grossing movie, "Avatar", 72 days. The New Year ended with "Star Wars" in second place for highest all time gross box office, but is predicted to soon reach first.
Princess Charlotte's Royal Arrival
On May 2, 2015, the world's eyes turned to the duchess of Cambridge as she delivered Charlotte Elizabeth Diana at 8:34 BST. The next day, the London Bridge was illuminated in pink in honor of her arrival.
Blue and Black or White and Gold?
With 39 million people viewing the original BuzzFeed story, this debate blew up social media. Friendships were broken, alliances were made, and the battle between dark and light continued outside of "Star Wars".
Top Three Sports Stories 2015
Ronda Rousey vs Holly Holm Highlights UFC193
Ronda Rousey Loses to Holly Holm
Ronda's undefeated streak was crushed by Holly Holm. Many referred to it as the biggest upset in UFC history.
US Women's National Soccer Team Wins
US Women's team won first World Cup title since 1999. With over 22 million people watching the game, it became the largest turnout for a broadcasted soccer game in history.
Mayweather Steals Title From Pacquiao
Mayweather won the contest by a unanimous vote with two judges scoring it 116–112 and the other 118–110. The fight had no climax and left viewers very disappointed.
Top Two Movies 2015
Inside Out
This movie was marketed with a huge emphasis by Disney on the characters, interviews and even Youtubers who sponsored the movie.
Star Wars: The Force Awakens
This was marketed through a new Disney themed section, an exceptional amount of merchandise and through interviews with the cast.
Best And Worst Products 2015
Top Two Musical Artists 2015
Adele
Adele markets her appearance more than her music. This was her first album in years; it was like she was coming out of the woodwork again. This drew big crowds to buy her music.
Taylor Swift
Taylor's style and image helps to market her music. Also, her brand deals with companies like Keds help to get her music out, too.
Top 6 Most Influential People 2015
Laverne Cox
Laverne Cox is a transgender who stars in the Netflix his series "Orange Is The New Black". She is the first transgender to be this big of a TV star, and has been an advocate for the LGBTQ community.
Amy Schumer
Amy is a stand up comedian who wrote directed and starred in her first feature film, "Trainwreck", and who has advocated equal pay for women.
Jennifer Lawrence
Jennifer Lawrence is a powerhouse actress who teaches young girls that it is okay to be yourself, and she has brought up the discussion of positive body image.
Donald Trump
Like him or love him, Donald Trump knows how to get people talking about not only himself but about important topics such as immigration and gun laws.
Pope Francis
Pope Francis also knows how to start a conversation. He is a man of the people and has a much more liberal mindset than other Popes. He advocates for a level of equality that hasn't been seen in past Popes.
Kanye West
#Kanye2020. Kanye is an interesting character who never shies away from broadcasting his love for himself. And of course his love for his daughter and son North and Saint as well.