Is Galina Vishnevskaya A-List?
No — Galina Vishnevskaya is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
Bolshoi Debut
Begins career at the Bolshoi Theatre, Moscow.
International Performances
Begins international performances, gaining recognition.
People's Artist of USSR
Awarded People's Artist of the USSR for contributions to arts.
Exile from Soviet Union
Forced into exile with husband Mstislav Rostropovich.
US Citizenship
Becomes US citizen.
Return to Russia
Returns to Russia after the fall of the Soviet Union.
Autobiography Released
Publishes autobiography, sharing her life story and experiences.
Legacy as Opera Icon
Considered one of the greatest opera singers of the 20th century, her recordings are still enjoyed.
Last updated: February 25, 2026