Very important person

or personage[1] is a person who is accorded special privileges due to their high social rank, status, influence, or importance.

[2][3] The term was not common until sometime after World War II when it was popularised by Royal Air Force pilots.

[1][additional citation(s) needed] Examples include celebrities, heads of state or government, other high-ranking politicians, or any other socially notable person who receives special treatment for any reason.

[3] The special treatment usually involves separation from common people, and a higher level of comfort or service.

Usually in airports, VIP tickets can be purchased by anyone, but still meaning separation from other customers, own security checks etc.