“One with special access, in brief” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.VIP is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “One with special access, in brief”. It was last seen in the puzzle of June 2, 2026, where it runs at 24 Across and fills 3 squares. It crosses 3 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.