Jason Blum

I wasn't a fanboy of horror. I didn't grow up on horror movies. I grew up loving all movies. I still love all movies, but I particularly love scary movies - as much for the culture around them as the movies themselves.

American Producer

Damon Lindelof

From my own internal fanboy perspective, there's nothing that I hate more than seeing a three minute trailer for a movie where I feel like it's shown me the entire movie.

American Writer

Robert Scoble

I was first in line for the iPhone, but I'm not a fanboy of any company - I'm in favor of anything that's best of breed.

American Author

Steve Rushin

I'm an unabashed sports photo fanboy, the kind of weirdo who seeks out the infinitesimal picture credits.

American Journalist

Ansel Elgort

I never felt fanboyish about acting, about actors, about movies. I'm a fanboy with music.

American Actor

Simon Kinberg

There are too many good comic book writers out there. I'd rather remain a fanboy.

English Writer

Joe Manganiello

I grew up a big comic book reader, as a kid, and I love the whole fanboy crowd.

John Tiffany

I never get star-struck. I never fanboy. Ever, ever, ever.

English Director

Jared Isaacman

I've been a SpaceX fanboy for a long time.

American Businessman

Brian Tee

Used to express admiration without negative implications, suggests enthusiasm but not obsession.

Positive Connotation

Mostly used in informal contexts like conversations among friends or on social media.

Informal Usage

Although 'boy' is in the word, 'fanboy' can refer to any gender; it's not limited to males.

Gender Neutral

Can imply excessive obsession that might be unhealthy or irritating to others.

Negative Connotation

Some people might use 'fanboy' with a sarcastic tone, implying blind loyalty.

Critical Tone

Commonly linked with intense brand loyalty, sometimes ignoring the brand's faults.

Fanboy

Positive Connotation

Informal Usage

Gender Neutral

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