leading lady

US /ˈliːdɪŋ ˌleɪdi/
UK /ˈliːdɪŋ ˌleɪdi/
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1.

the principal female performer in a play, film, or show

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She landed the role of the leading lady in the new Broadway musical.
Every great actor needs a strong leading lady to complement their performance.