Is Bill Anders A-List?
No — Bill Anders is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1968
Apollo 8 Mission
Lost A-list status in 1975
Dropped to B tier — Ambassador to Norway
Ranking Timeline
Apollo 8 Mission
Flies on Apollo 8, the first manned mission to orbit the Moon, capturing the iconic Earthrise photo.
Ambassador to Norway
Appointed as the United States Ambassador to Norway.
Joins General Dynamics
Becomes Vice Chairman of General Dynamics, a major defense contractor.
Chairman of Heritage Flight Museum
Becomes chairman of the Heritage Flight Museum, preserving aviation history.
Space Exploration Legacy
Remains a respected figure for his contributions to space exploration and business.
Last updated: February 24, 2026