trouper
noun/ˈtɹuːpə(ɹ)/
Etymology From troupe + -er.
1
A member of a theatrical company (a troupe).
2
A veteran performer.
3
Colloquial, Dated, Figuratively One who endures adversity or hardship with an attitude of stoicism and persistence
- [...]for Mr. Ruth, who in his mental travail has conducted himself like a real trouper.1933 August 13, Pittsburgh Press, page 29:
- Derived terms
- super trouper