Luminary
Luminary noun - A person who is widely known and usually much talked about.
Usage example: luminaries from the worlds of sports, entertainment, and politics were at the gala
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Standout
Standout noun - A person who is widely known and usually much talked about.
Usage example: several standouts from showbiz were at the gala
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