(idiomatic) In the focus of attention, especially from the media.

A type of stage lighting once used in theatres and music halls, producing a bright light by the use of incandescent quicklime.

to illuminate with limelight

plural of limelight

simple past tense and past participle of limelight

present participle of limelight

plural of limelighter

A person who excessively seeks attention or tries to take credit for the accomplishments of others.