1
: the producer of a play or theatrical show
2
: a notably spectacular, dramatic, or effective performer
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After all, the Panthers haven’t played a home playoff game since 2015 — 10 years ago, when Newton was not only the franchise’s quarterback but also the MVP of the league and the Superman-esque showman who carried Carolina to only its second Super Bowl appearance in franchise history.
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Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 8 Jan. 2026
Uncanny Valley shows was no less extravagant than expected from the consummate K-pop showman.
—Abby Webster, Billboard, 30 Dec. 2025
Boone is a natural showman with an abundance of long-haul potential.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 21 Dec. 2025
He’ll also be remembered for his impression of political fraudster George Santos, whom Yang played as a chronic liar and consummate showman.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 19 Dec. 2025
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Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 8 Jan. 2026
Uncanny Valley shows was no less extravagant than expected from the consummate K-pop showman.
—Abby Webster, Billboard, 30 Dec. 2025
Boone is a natural showman with an abundance of long-haul potential.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 21 Dec. 2025
He’ll also be remembered for his impression of political fraudster George Santos, whom Yang played as a chronic liar and consummate showman.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 19 Dec. 2025
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“Showman.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/showman. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.
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