1. A person who works in theater or film; an actor or actress.
Usage: British informal; often used affectionately or mockingly
2. A term of endearment; a person one loves or is fond of.
Usage: British informal; chiefly used as a form of address

Examples

• She's a real luvvy—always quoting Shakespeare at dinner parties.
• The luvvies gathered backstage before the opening night performance.
• Come here, luvvy, and give me a hug.
• He's surrounded himself with luvvies from the West End.
• Don't be shy, luvvy; you'll do just fine in the audition.