noun
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the fame and prestige of being a star in films, sport, etc
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the world of celebrities
Etymology
Origin of stardom
Example Sentences
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TV's latest word-of-mouth hit Heated Rivalry arrives in the UK this weekend, after setting pulses racing across the Atlantic and catapulting its cast to stardom in recent weeks.
From BBC
BTS has consistently blended pop stardom with broader themes of identity, mental health and social pressure, helping redefine what a global music act can represent.
From Salon
French film legend Brigitte Bardot, a cinema icon of the 1950s and sixties who walked away from global stardom to become an animal rights protector, has died aged 91, her foundation said Sunday.
From Barron's
Baby Reindeer was one of the standout television moments of the past few years and it catapulted actress Jessica Gunning to stardom.
From BBC
From friends dancing together to home chefs sharing recipes, TikTok can transform ordinary users into celebrities, revolutionizing the traditional path to stardom.
From Barron's
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