superfan
noun
su·per·fan
ˌsü-pər-ˈfan 
plural superfans
: an extremely enthusiastic or dedicated fan
… superfans, people absolutely enveloped by their passion.—
George Plimpton
George Plimpton… is considering placing cameras around his team's complex and having superfans pay to tune in …—Peter King
Peter KingTo coaches and college presidents, boosters are superfans willing to put their money where their hearts are.—Robert Lipsyte
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This is high-stakes teenage stuff, and the show leads a second life online, where superfans in opposing camps fire off rounds of GIFs meant to condemn one brother over the other.
—Greta Rainbow, The Atlantic, 10 Sep. 2025
While Bills Mafia holds dear traditions like smashing into tables and dousing a superfan in condiments before games, the group also developed a philanthropic bent.
—Sean Gregory, Time, 6 Sep. 2025
Tim Ferriss's blueprint for success emphasizes cultivating a core group of loyal superfans rather than chasing millions.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Arngrim, 63, hosts the show alongside Little House alum Dean Butler, who played Alamanzo Wilder, and Little House superfan Pamela Bob.
—Victoria Edel, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
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Greta Rainbow, The Atlantic, 10 Sep. 2025
While Bills Mafia holds dear traditions like smashing into tables and dousing a superfan in condiments before games, the group also developed a philanthropic bent.
—Sean Gregory, Time, 6 Sep. 2025
Tim Ferriss's blueprint for success emphasizes cultivating a core group of loyal superfans rather than chasing millions.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Arngrim, 63, hosts the show alongside Little House alum Dean Butler, who played Alamanzo Wilder, and Little House superfan Pamela Bob.
—Victoria Edel, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
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“Superfan.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/superfan. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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