star-studded

American

[stahr-stuhd-id] / ˈstɑrˌstʌd ɪd /

adjective

lighted by or full of stars; bright.

a star-studded night.
exhibiting or characterized by the presence of many preeminent performers.

a star-studded Hollywood party.

star-studded British

adjective

featuring a large proportion of well-known actors or other performers

a star-studded cast

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Etymology

Origin of star-studded

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

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Co-creators Joe Wengert and Aubrey Plaza, along with the star-studded comedy cast, talk about their adult animated series for Prime Video featuring talking animals and their escapades.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

The night concluded with a stirring rendition of Smith’s anthemic “People Have the Power” led by Springsteen and the event’s star-studded group of inductees.

From Salon • Apr. 20, 2026

His budget was microscopic compared with wealthy, star-studded franchises like the Yankees and Boston Red Sox.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

The trailer also shows a glimpse of The Queen's Gambit star Anya Taylor-Joy, who will be joining the star-studded cast as Atreides' sister Alia.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

At the moment he fell still, the vault of heaven, star-studded, profound, was pierced as if by a spear.

From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman

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