legend in own time

a legend in (one's) own time

A person who has an extraordinary level of fame or reputation while they are 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.
See also: legend, own, time
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

legend in one's own (life)time

Fig. someone who is very famous and widely known for doing something special. The young golfer became a legend in his own lifetime.
See also: legend, own, time
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • a legend in (one's) own lifetime
  • a legend in (one's) own time
  • a legend in their own lifetime
  • a living legend
  • legend
  • lifetime
  • big name
  • big-name
  • have the blues
  • blue note