celebrity
noun
ce·leb·ri·ty
sə-ˈle-brə-tē 
plural celebrities
1
: the state of being celebrated : fame
The actress lived a life of celebrity.
2
: a famous or celebrated person
Many celebrities attended the awards ceremony.
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The actress lived a life of celebrity.
There were many celebrities at the party.
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The theme for the dance is Old Hollywood and guests are encouraged to dress as a favorite film celebrity or embrace Hollywood style.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, Orlando Sentinel, 16 Jan. 2025
Notably, the company has also garnered support from high-profile celebrities such as Tom Brady, Peter Jackson, Peter Jackson, Fran Walsh, Tiger Woods, Tony Robbins, Paris Hilton, and the Hemsworth brothers, further amplifying their visibility and influence.
—Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025
The children of celebrities don’t usually have a typical childhood—whether they are hounded by the paparazzi or attending glamorous Hollywood events with their celebrity parents.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 16 Jan. 2025
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Lizz Schumer, People.com, 16 Jan. 2025
The theme for the dance is Old Hollywood and guests are encouraged to dress as a favorite film celebrity or embrace Hollywood style.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, Orlando Sentinel, 16 Jan. 2025
Notably, the company has also garnered support from high-profile celebrities such as Tom Brady, Peter Jackson, Peter Jackson, Fran Walsh, Tiger Woods, Tony Robbins, Paris Hilton, and the Hemsworth brothers, further amplifying their visibility and influence.
—Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025
The children of celebrities don’t usually have a typical childhood—whether they are hounded by the paparazzi or attending glamorous Hollywood events with their celebrity parents.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 16 Jan. 2025
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“Celebrity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/celebrity. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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celebrity
noun
ce·leb·ri·ty
sə-ˈleb-rət-ē
plural celebrities
1
: the state of being celebrated : fame
his short-lived celebrity
2
: a famous or celebrated person
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