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famous for being famous


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famous for being famous

Said of someone who is well-known only for being a fixture in the media, rather than having a particular talent or achievement. She's not even an actress—she's just famous for being famous.
See also: being, famous
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famous for being famous

having no recognizable reason for your fame other than high media exposure.
See also: being, famous
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary © Farlex 2017
See also:
  • have (one's) name in lights
  • have your name in lights
  • big in (something or somewhere)
  • have been around
  • make a name
  • make a name for (oneself)
  • make a name for oneself
  • make a name for yourself
  • big woman on campus
  • campus


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