leading lady

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Recent Examples of leading lady From Jodie Foster to Uma Thurman, each leading lady uniquely styled the timeless shoe, whether accompanied by a dressy look or a low-key ensemble. — Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 29 Aug. 2026 In Sterling Point, Lavoie plays Ellis, a Canadian teen who meets the show‘s leading lady and newcomer to town, Annie, played by Ella Rubin. — Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 18 Aug. 2026 Judd Apatow’s hit 2007 comedy about an unplanned pregnancy leading to unexpected romance almost had a different leading lady. — Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 7 July 2026 This portrayal was rare in the early 2000s and prompted a shift in audience expectations, as people began to consider the different ways a leading lady could, or should, look. — Karla Cote, Variety, 15 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for leading lady
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leading man
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  • The real star here is Jacob Elordi, who is continuing to show genuine chops as a leading man.
    — Pete Hammond, Deadline, 25 Aug. 2026
  • In 2023, Insidious franchise leading man, Patrick Wilson, directed the property’s fifth installment, The Red Door, which went on to become the series’ highest-grossing entry at $189 million worldwide.
    — Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 24 Aug. 2026
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“Leading lady.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leading%20lady. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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