public figure

noun

: a well-known person

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Our talks extended well outside of the game: Eva gave me some great advice on a family matter of mine, while Joe and I engaged in a deep discussion about how to best navigate becoming a public figure after appearing on TV. Dalton Ross, EW.com, 27 Mar. 2025 Still, with any form of expression come the unsolicited opinions and expectations of others — especially as a public figure with a growing social platform. Isha Sharma, Rolling Stone, 19 Mar. 2025 That’s a stark contrast, though, to Ramsey’s feelings about their gender and sexuality as a public figure. James Factora, Them, 19 Mar. 2025 Gabbard came to Trump’s administration as a public figure who was well-versed in the media ecosystem. Rebecca Beitsch, The Hill, 14 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for public figure

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“Public figure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/public%20figure. Accessed 31 Mar. 2025.

Legal Definition

public figure

noun
public fig·​ure
: an individual or entity that has acquired fame or notoriety or has participated in a particular public controversy see also limited purpose public figure compare public official

Note: A public figure must prove actual malice in order to prevail in a defamation action.

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