beautiful people

American

plural noun

(often initial capital letters) wealthy or famous people, often members of the jet set, who mingle in glamorous social circles and who, because of their celebrity, often establish trends or fashions.

beautiful people British

plural noun

(sometimes capitals) rich, fashionable people in international high society

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Etymology

Origin of beautiful people

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

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The viewer comments were so beautiful, people talking about being in love for the first time, and the connection they have with the song, and the nostalgia.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

“Quotidien” has drawn fans stateside for its ability to make famous and beautiful people look even better.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

“It’s so beautiful, people here are listening, because no one around me listens,” she said.

From Salon • Nov. 29, 2025

Now 65 and describing himself as the "last man standing" of his friendship group, he says the quilt is a "reminder of the bravest and most beautiful people" he knew.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2025

“Because you’re beautiful. I enjoy looking at beautiful people, and I decided a while ago not to deny myself the simpler pleasures of existence.”

From "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green

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