leading man

noun

: an actor who plays the leading male role

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That pause, of course, was caused in part by disputes — and ultimately a break-up — between Sheridan and Yellowstone’s original leading man, Kevin Costner. —

Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 16 Dec. 2024 The director Luca Guadagnino has an eye for leading men. —

Daniel D'addario, Variety, 16 Dec. 2024 In the series premiere of prequel Dexter: Original Sin (now available to stream on Paramount+ With Showtime), our leading man (this time played by Patrick Gibson) is fresh out of medical school and looking for ways to control his urges. —

Nick Caruso, TVLine, 13 Dec. 2024 While adding wins absolutely helps that formula, the return of Jimmy Butler (both on and off the court) has been the most critical variable, as Miami’s leading man brings buckets and jokes for his teammates to enjoy. —

James Jackson, The Athletic, 25 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for leading man