Cast topper, usually (4)

I believe the answer is:

star

(Other definitions for star that I've seen before include "Red Dwarf?" , "Hollywood figure" , "''Twinkle, twinkle, little ...'' (children's song)" , "Outstanding entertainer" , "Top celebrity" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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