toast of the town

Noun

 * 1)  A person, male or female, who is admired and very popular in local society, and who is sought after to attend parties, public events, etc.

Usage notes

 * Popularized in North America in the 1950s as an alternative name of The Ed Sullivan Show television program.

Synonyms

 * / woman of the hour / person of the hour
 * / woman of the hour / person of the hour