B-list star
Definition
A famous performer who is not among the most successful or highly regarded.
Category: ADJECTIVE + NOUN
Examples
The movie's cast was mostly composed of familiar B-list stars.
The tabloid is always gossiping about some B-list star's personal life.
He started his career as a B-list star but eventually became a household name.
That reality show often features a mix of has-beens and aspiring B-list stars.
I don't understand the media's fascination with every minor B-list star.
For this supporting role, we're looking for a recognizable B-list star, not a huge celebrity.
Even a successful B-list star can earn a substantial income from endorsements.
By the early 2000s, she had accepted her status as a permanent B-list star.
Is it better to be a consistently working B-list star or a struggling A-lister?
Although considered a B-list star in Hollywood, he was a massive celebrity in Europe.