stardom

Example Sentences

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Audrey Hepburn’s stardom was boosted by directors who saw her unique appeal.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Seeking a bigger shot at stardom than Fox News could provide, Kelly leaned into that niche.

From Slate • May 6, 2026

When he eventually stepped away from acting after nearly 70 films to enter politics full-time, the message was clear: this was not an extension of stardom, but its deliberate conversion into political capital.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

That was my first taste of celebrity stardom.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

When a warm body was needed, Ernest would recruit almost off the street, like a Hollywood talent spotter dragooning a soda fountain girl into instant stardom.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik