tabloidy

Example:His announcement was sensational, causing a media frenzy and many people talking about it.

Definition:Relating to news or events that are designed to attract attention through being exciting or shocking.

Example:The sensationalistic reporting of the crime made many people believe it was a more serious event than it actually was.

Definition:Using exaggerated or shocking statements in a way that is intended to attract public interest and often not credible.

Example:His tabloidish stories were more entertaining than factual, but they certainly did attract attention.

Definition:Similar to tabloidy in its emphasis on sensationalism and gossip.