A matinee idol is a term used to describe an ACTOR, usually male, who is popularly adored by the public. The crossword solutions for this term are ACTOR (5 letters), LION (4 letters), SUPERSTAR (9 letters), LEADINGMAN (10 letters), and EARLYBELOVED (12 letters). These words all describe different aspects of a matinee idol, from their profession as an ACTOR to their status as a SUPERSTAR or leading man, and even their early beloved status.