Answer:

hustler

AnswerCrossword Clue
HUSTLERPool hall figure
HUSTLERGo-getter.
HUSTLERShady dealer
HUSTLERPickpocket's aide
HUSTLERGo-getter
HUSTLERCincinnati Kid, for one
HUSTLEROpponent for Minnesota Fats
HUSTLERFilm with Newman as pool shark, with "The"
HUSTLERNewman role: 1961