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as in performer
a person who imitates another's voice and mannerisms for comic effect
a versatile impersonator, he conjures up a glittering array of female stars and divas in the course of his act
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as in actor
one who acts professionally (as in a play, movie, or television show)
a gifted impersonator who can convincingly portray both heroes and heels
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Recent Examples of impersonator
Song Sung Blue centers on Mike Sardina (Jackman), a recovering alcoholic, Vietnam veteran and small-time musician working as a mechanic to support his love for performing, and Claire Stengl (Hudson), a struggling single mother who moonlights as a Patsy Cline impersonator.
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Robert Lang, Deadline, 5 Jan. 2026
The couple tied the knot on Saturday at the Little White Chapel in Las Vegas, where they were married by an Elvis Presley impersonator.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Jan. 2026
They were married by an Elvis Presley impersonator.
—Clare Fisher, PEOPLE, 4 Jan. 2026
Next up is Kenya Pleaser, who is a total ball of energy who began her career as a Lizzo impersonator.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 3 Jan. 2026
Next, Hudson, Bomar, Toven, and director Brewer joined Jackman at SST Recording in Weehawken, New Jersey, where Michael Imperioli had already laid down his vocals as the movie’s resident Buddy Holly impersonator.
—Hugh Hart, IndieWire, 29 Dec. 2025
Singer Lily Allen and Stranger Things star David Harbour seemed to be living the dream following their 2020 Las Vegas nuptials, which featured an Elvis impersonator and In-N-Out burgers.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 29 Dec. 2025
Mike ingrained himself in the Milwaukee music scene beginning in the '70s, most notably as guitarist for accomplished local R&B group The Esquires and a collaborator with local Buddy Holly impersonator Mark Shurilla, who died in 2012.
—Piet Levy, jsonline.com, 18 Dec. 2025
Dressed in a black leather outfit complete with strings and all, Brandon Miller chose different attire than the traditional garb typically adorned by other impersonators.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 17 Dec. 2025
Robert Lang, Deadline, 5 Jan. 2026
The couple tied the knot on Saturday at the Little White Chapel in Las Vegas, where they were married by an Elvis Presley impersonator.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Jan. 2026
They were married by an Elvis Presley impersonator.
—Clare Fisher, PEOPLE, 4 Jan. 2026
Next up is Kenya Pleaser, who is a total ball of energy who began her career as a Lizzo impersonator.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 3 Jan. 2026
Next, Hudson, Bomar, Toven, and director Brewer joined Jackman at SST Recording in Weehawken, New Jersey, where Michael Imperioli had already laid down his vocals as the movie’s resident Buddy Holly impersonator.
—Hugh Hart, IndieWire, 29 Dec. 2025
Singer Lily Allen and Stranger Things star David Harbour seemed to be living the dream following their 2020 Las Vegas nuptials, which featured an Elvis impersonator and In-N-Out burgers.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 29 Dec. 2025
Mike ingrained himself in the Milwaukee music scene beginning in the '70s, most notably as guitarist for accomplished local R&B group The Esquires and a collaborator with local Buddy Holly impersonator Mark Shurilla, who died in 2012.
—Piet Levy, jsonline.com, 18 Dec. 2025
Dressed in a black leather outfit complete with strings and all, Brandon Miller chose different attire than the traditional garb typically adorned by other impersonators.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 17 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for impersonator
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In its final form, the sky-high pad spanned a whopping 13,300 square feet across two levels, with four bedrooms, seven bathrooms, a gym, a massage room, wine storage, and plenty of sprawling gallery walls to display the performer’s art collection.—
Mekita Rivas,
Architectural Digest,
7 Nov. 2025
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Unlike the Super Bowl 59 performer, however, Thomas is not a household name.—
Bebe Hodges,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Nov. 2025
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There are other Washburn regulars here too, like the excellent actors Bruce McKenzie and Jeff Biehl, but despite all their long acquaintance, something about the project never quite comes into focus.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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People pour in from the dense warrens of India’s financial capital and from dusty villages thousands of kilometers away, all flowing towards the fortified, sea-facing Mumbai home of actor Shah Rukh Khan.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
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In straightforward and compelling prose, Sammy, then 40, tells the story of his vaudeville beginnings, his growth as an entertainer, and his movement through America.—
Questlove,
The Atlantic,
7 Nov. 2025
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The teaser features the nephew of the late superstar entertainer recreating dance moves on stage or from memorable rock videos.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Nov. 2025
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Over the past few years, the actress and TikTok creator has frequently gone viral for her hilarious interactions with guests at Disneyland while playing Snow White's Evil Queen.—
Meredith Wilshere,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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One major development in the latter part of 2025 was the arrival on the scene of Tilly Norwood, a generative AI actress developed by Dutch actress and technologist Eline Van Der Velden.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
9 Jan. 2026
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The success spurred other companies to open their models and shifted perceptions of China’s AI landscape from imitator to innovator.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
31 Dec. 2025
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Despite many aspirants and imitators, there really hasn’t been anything like it since.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
31 Dec. 2025
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The funniest part about that is Lisa Ann Walter is actually a really exceptional impressionist.—
Vlada Gelman,
TVLine,
16 Apr. 2025
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The comedian and impressionist who has done his impressions to the faces of Michael Buble, Jeff Goldblum, Paul Giamatti and more will be at American Comedy Co. 8 p.m. Thursday, 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday.—
San Diego Union-Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Impersonator.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impersonator. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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