Is Bob Hawke A-List?
NoB
No — Bob Hawke is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1983
Becomes Prime Minister
Lost A-list status in 1991
Dropped to B tier — Leaves Office
Ranking Timeline
1969C$0.1M
ACTU President
Becomes President of the Australian Council of Trade Unions, gaining prominence.
1983A▲▲$1M+$0.9M
Becomes Prime Minister
Leads the Labor Party to victory and becomes Prime Minister of Australia.
1991B▼$5M+$4M
Leaves Office
Leaves office after a successful period as Prime Minister, implementing economic reforms.
2019B$8M+$3M
Death in Sydney
Hawke dies in Sydney.
2026B$8M
Remembered as Reformer
Remembered for his significant economic and social reforms during his time as Prime Minister.
Last updated: February 25, 2026