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Whatever the message was — a self-aware nod to Grande’s own struggles, a defensive reply to those saying she’s too thin, a criticism of blind idol worship — it was quickly lost.

From Salon ● Aug. 8, 2026

She performed with Nureyev for Queen Elizabeth II. A personal highlight was dancing alongside her idol, Margot Fonteyn, who she had first seen perform as a wide-eyed 20-year-old in New York.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026

The Bay City Rollers are a Scottish pop rock band known for their worldwide teen idol popularity in the 1970s.

From BBC ● Jul. 15, 2026

Some followers descended on New York in hopes of catching a glimpse of their idol, with the star-studded event that some commentators dubbed a "royal wedding."

From Barron's ● Jul. 8, 2026

I make of him an idol, a cardboard cutout.

From "The Handmaid's Tale" by Margaret Atwood

Some were even trying to trade photo cards of their favorite idols, Nataly Salazar, 21, said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 17, 2026

Since the pop culture festival began in 1970, it has grown into a major event, with thousands of sometimes-costumed fans gathering in San Diego to buy memorabilia, see their idols and celebrate beloved stories.

From Barron's ● Jul. 23, 2026

But as it turns out, North Koreans have discovered other idols, like BTS and Blackpink, and before them, Girls' Generation, Teen Top and 2PM.

From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2026

Their idols have become their guests: Clarkson talked about starting antidepressants while going through a divorce.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 28, 2026

But as much as I’d daydreamed about attending gymnastics camp with some of my elite-level idols, I had something else on my mind that afternoon.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles