Is Catherine Ashton A-List?
NoB
No — Catherine Ashton is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2009
EU High Representative
Lost A-list status in 2014
Dropped to B tier — End of EU term
Ranking Timeline
1999C$0.1M
Life Peerage Granted
Becomes Baroness Ashton of Upholland.
2008B▲$0.5M+$0.4M
House of Lords Leader
Becomes leader of the House of Lords.
2009A▲$1M+$0.5M
EU High Representative
Appointed EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs.
2014B▼$3M+$2M
End of EU term
Term ends, transitioning back to private life.
2020B$4M+$1M
University Chancellor Role
Takes on Chancellor role, maintains public profile.
2026B$5M+$1M
Diplomacy and Public Service
Continues work in diplomacy and public service.
Last updated: February 24, 2026