Is Jared Diamond A-List?
No — Jared Diamond is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
PhD in Physiology, Cambridge
Early career focused on physiology. Set stage for interdisciplinary approach.
Studies Birds in New Guinea
Fieldwork and ornithological research. Contributed to his expertise.
Publishes 'Guns, Germs, and Steel'
Breakthrough book wins Pulitzer Prize. Gains fame and financial success.
Named Top Public Intellectual
Achieves wider recognition and influence. Solidified his fame.
Publishes 'Collapse'
Further explores civilizational decline. Maintains reputation and earns more.
Renowned Author and Historian
Legacy as influential interdisciplinary thinker. Remains a respected and influential author.
Last updated: February 25, 2026