Booker Prize: Judges Expand Panel to Include Celebrities

In a recent announcement, the <b>Booker Prize</b> expanded its judging panel to include celebrities such as <b>Sarah Jessica Parker</b> and <b>Cocker</b> to attract a broader audience and increase public engagement by. The prize, established in 1969, traditionally relied on writers and critics. Over the past decade, the selection process has evolved, with the committee seeking wider public engagement to enhance global visibility. The inclusion of high‑profile figures is expected to boost media attention and broaden readership, analysts say. The change may also influence the diversity of shortlisted works and public perception of literary merit in the literary community.