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as in stars
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
celebrities from sports and entertainment attended the opening ceremonies of the Olympic Games
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as in fames
the fact or state of being known to the public
an actor who reportedly feels very uncomfortable with his celebrity
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Recent Examples of celebrities
These mad scientists then trained a small flock of sheep to recognize four celebrities—Emma Watson, Barack Obama, Jake Gyllenhaal, and the BBC newsreader Fiona Bruce—from their pictures on the internet.
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Jill Lepore, New Yorker, 9 May 2026
In addition to adult content creators, OnlyFans says those on its platform include including comedians, athletes, fashion designers, music artists and celebrities.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 8 May 2026
Cold plunge therapy has become one of the biggest wellness trends of the past few years, with A-list celebrities from Harry Styles to LeBron James publicly embracing ice baths as part of their recovery routines.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2026
Delano Miami Beach, which was built in 1947 and became a wildly popular hot spot for celebrities and a symbol of Miami Beach excess after a 1995 renovation, has reopened after six years.
—Connie Ogle
may 8, Miami Herald, 8 May 2026
There’s a small group of Brooklyn buildings that celebrities seem to gravitate toward, and the Standish is one of them.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 7 May 2026
According to a roundup of insider-favorite wellness retreats, the brand has become a go-to for celebrities seeking immersive health programming in upscale settings.
—Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 7 May 2026
Joining them this time around is a succession of celebrities making chic cameos — some significant, some all too brief.
—Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
The restaurant has served presidents, celebrities and generations of locals, all drawn by its straightforward, no-frills approach to Kansas City barbecue.
—Taylor Haught, Kansas City Star, 1 May 2026
Jill Lepore, New Yorker, 9 May 2026
In addition to adult content creators, OnlyFans says those on its platform include including comedians, athletes, fashion designers, music artists and celebrities.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 8 May 2026
Cold plunge therapy has become one of the biggest wellness trends of the past few years, with A-list celebrities from Harry Styles to LeBron James publicly embracing ice baths as part of their recovery routines.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2026
Delano Miami Beach, which was built in 1947 and became a wildly popular hot spot for celebrities and a symbol of Miami Beach excess after a 1995 renovation, has reopened after six years.
—Connie Ogle
may 8, Miami Herald, 8 May 2026
There’s a small group of Brooklyn buildings that celebrities seem to gravitate toward, and the Standish is one of them.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 7 May 2026
According to a roundup of insider-favorite wellness retreats, the brand has become a go-to for celebrities seeking immersive health programming in upscale settings.
—Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 7 May 2026
Joining them this time around is a succession of celebrities making chic cameos — some significant, some all too brief.
—Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
The restaurant has served presidents, celebrities and generations of locals, all drawn by its straightforward, no-frills approach to Kansas City barbecue.
—Taylor Haught, Kansas City Star, 1 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for celebrities
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Related Stories Original stars of the show were in short supply, with several key cast members having passed on — including Paul Reubens, who died three years ago, and Phil Hartman and Lynne Marie Stewart, who died in 1998 and 2025, respectively.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
7 May 2026
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Here is a guide to the wellness retreats and hotels owned or co-owned by familiar names — what each property is known for and how the stars got involved.—
Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 May 2026
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Suddenly, sparks and fames violently erupted, scorching nearby seats and sending smoke billowing.—
Aaron Cooper,
CNN Money,
23 Aug. 2025
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Growing up in Southern California meant marinating in a beautifully chaotic media stew where local sports writers and radio personalities were some of our defining cultural commentators.—
Erik Pedersen,
Oc Register,
8 May 2026
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It’s caused quite the stir on social media, with personalities like Clay Travis weighing in, saying First Take should have Bayless on during the NFL season.—
Jon Root OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
8 May 2026
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On-pitch leadership from figures like James, Colwill and Fernandez will also help.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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Task force member and history professor Bob Weinberg pushed back, saying reassessing historical figures is part of the academic process.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
12 May 2026
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These celebs carried in coordinated looks, bringing moral support, affection, and love to the annual fashion event, reminding us that connection is just as important as creativity.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
5 May 2026
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Since then, many celebs have worn The Gap or GapStudio on major red carpets.—
Merle Ginsberg,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Mar. 2026
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The biggest takeaway from these results is that tanking can have a negative downstream effect on the reputations of those teams’ coaches.—
Josh Robbins,
New York Times,
6 May 2026
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The show’s first-time writers are pinning their theater reputations on its fate.—
Thomas Floyd,
Washington Post,
6 May 2026
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The ceremony came after the various dignitaries rode on the inaugural train through the extended subway corridor.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
8 May 2026
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Zelenskyy, meanwhile, expressed surprise that foreign dignitaries would be going to Moscow for the commemorations.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 May 2026
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That data consisted of random phone numbers and matches with names, call times and call durations.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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The field’s absence of celebrity personalities and marquee names has prevented it from generating the kind of political electricity and energy typically associated with genuinely compelling electoral contests that capture sustained public attention.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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“Celebrities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/celebrities. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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