a legend in (one's) own time

A person who has an extraordinary level of fame or reputation while he or she is still alive. The singer has made such a huge impact on the world of blues that she's come to be a legend in her own time.

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Athina	-	Greek
Chinyere	-	Western African, Igbo
Shelly	['ʃeli]
Marquis	mahr-KEE	African American
Lital	-	Hebrew
SalomÃO	-	Portuguese