B-list actor

Definition

Refers to a male actor who is not among the most famous or successful.

Category: ADJECTIVE + NOUN

He started his career as a B-list actor in low-budget films.

While he may be a B-list actor now, he has the potential to become a huge star.

The director often casts a well-known B-list actor for the supporting role.

He was tired of being typecast as just another B-list actor.

The film festival featured several promising B-list actors looking for their big break.

The B-list actor's performance in the indie drama surprisingly earned him an award nomination.

Despite being labeled a B-list actor, he has a dedicated fan base.

The tabloid magazine ran a story about a B-list actor who became a local hero.

Do you think it's insulting to call someone a B-list actor?

With his recent success, he will likely soon shed the label of a B-list actor.