Is Gherman Titov A-List?
No — Gherman Titov is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Reached A-list in 1961
Vostok 2 Mission
Lost A-list status in 1970
Dropped to B tier — Aviation Engineering Career
Ranking Timeline
Vostok 2 Mission
Titov becomes the second human to orbit Earth, instantly achieving global fame and solidifying his place in space history. However, Soviet cosmonauts did not accumulate personal wealth.
Worldwide Recognition
Becomes a celebrity and national hero. Receives awards and accolades for his achievements in space exploration.
Aviation Engineering Career
Transitions to aviation engineering, contributing to the development of spacecraft and training future cosmonauts. Government job.
Political Involvement
Enters politics as the Soviet Union begins to dissolve. Advocates for space exploration.
Death at 65
Dies of a heart attack, leaving behind a legacy as a pioneering cosmonaut. Net worth remains relatively modest.
Legacy as Cosmonaut
Remembered as the second human in orbit, and one of the youngest, though largely unknown outside of space enthusiasts.
Last updated: February 25, 2026