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cameo appearance
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appearance or voice part of a well known person in a work of the performing arts
A cameo appearance is when a famous person shows up briefly in a movie, TV show, or other performance, usually playing a small role or just appearing for a moment. These appearances are popular because audiences enjoy spotting well-known figures in unexpected places, and they can add excitement or humor to a production.
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The 1945 psychological drama film Spellbound features a cameo by its director, Alfred Hitchcock, in which he exits an elevator. Hitchcock is known for his small cameos in his films.
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