Is Joe Mantegna A-List?
No — Joe Mantegna is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2007
*Criminal Minds* role begins
Lost A-list status in 2015
Dropped to B tier — Continued TV and voice work
Ranking Timeline
Broadway success in *Hair*
Early Broadway work helped him gain recognition in the theatre world.
Glengarry Glen Ross, Tony Award
Award-winning role boosted his profile.
Voice of Fat Tony begins
Steady income from *The Simpsons* increased his wealth.
*Criminal Minds* role begins
Long-running TV role significantly increased his income and recognition.
Continued TV and voice work
Maintained steady acting roles solidifying his financial status.
Established actor, continued work
Remains a recognizable actor with a consistent presence on television and in voice acting. Current valuation is $18 million.
Last updated: February 25, 2026