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This article, titled "Introduction: celebrity between invisibility and hypervisibility," explores the concept of celebrity and the limits of visibility in our hyper-visual culture. The article includes three contributions that examine public figures with different levels of visibility: Thomas Pynchon, a literary celebrity known for his reclusive nature; Banksy, a street artist who remains anonymous; and Rihanna, a pop star who has dealt with over-exposure. The authors raise questions about the ethical responsibilities of celebrity scholars and the impact of their research on the visibility of celebrities. Overall, the article provides insights into the complexities of celebrity and the challenges faced by those studying it. [Extracted from the article]