to gain fame, to become well-known.
claim to fame
That for which one has bragging rights; one’s reason for being well-kn…
punch someone's ticket
To put someone, especially oneself, in a position to advance or to ach…
come to oneself
To gain consciousness or self-control.
go Hollywood
To adapt one's lifestyle in order to pursue fame; especially, to debas…
hit the big time
To become successful and widely known.
11th commandment
A well-known convention (often the most well-known of a certain field)…