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Jeff Dunham

Is Jeff Dunham A-List?

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YesJeff Dunham is an A-list celebrity, a household name with massive fame and influence.

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Reached A-list in 2007

*Spark of Insanity*

Ranking Timeline

1990C$0.1M

Comedy Store Regular

Becomes a regular performer at The Comedy Store. He honed his skills and started to gain a following.

2003B$1M+$0.9M

Comedy Central Special

First Comedy Central special brought national exposure. This greatly increased his popularity.

2007A$10M+$9M

*Spark of Insanity*

*Spark of Insanity* becomes a massive success. This marked a peak in his popularity and earning power.

2009A$40M+$30M

Record-Breaking Tour

Breaks Guinness World Record for ticket sales on a comedy tour. This cemented his status as a top comedian.

2017A$120M+$80M

Netflix Specials

Releases multiple comedy specials on Netflix. Expanded his reach even further to streaming audiences.

2026A$140M+$20M

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Jeff Dunham remains a highly successful ventriloquist. His tours and specials continue to draw large audiences.

Last updated: February 25, 2026