What is another word for supporting role?

Pronunciation: [səpˈɔːtɪŋ ɹˈə͡ʊl] (IPA)

When it comes to acting, we often hear the term "supporting role". This refers to a character in a film or play who plays a smaller role than the protagonist but provides support to the story, helping to move the plot along. Some synonyms for the phrase "supporting role" include "secondary character", "background character", "minor role", "ensemble cast member", or simply "supporting actor/actress". These terms all denote a character who is important to the story, but whose role is not as significant as the lead. A well-played supporting role can be just as memorable as a lead role, and can often lead to equally prestigious awards and acclaim.

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Famous quotes with Supporting role

  • I don't care about being a star. I can do a supporting role; I don't have to be a lead.
    Tom Berenger
  • I think that the jazzy approach that I have is based on the way that I hear music and in the way I play a supporting role to the other people in the band.
    Jimmy Chamberlin
  • Disneyland is the star, everything else is in the supporting role.
    Walt Disney
  • I think when you're doing a lead role, there is so much more pressure. If you fail, not only do you fail, but everybody else fails, too. As opposed to when it's a supporting role and it's only you that sucked.
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