The role requires a real ham to bring it to life.
Synonyms and examplesactorHe is a celebrated Hollywood actor.
actressLet’s take a closer look at this year's Academy Award nominees for Best Actress in a Leading Role.
playerold useThey belong to the Lakewood Players.
thespianIt is a Saturday-morning acting group for budding thespians.
luvvymainlyUKhumorousThe luvvies were out in force for the awards ceremony.
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An actorperforms in plays, movies, or television or radio programs. Thelist of actorsin a play, movie, etc. is the cast.