Is Keisha Castle-Hughes A-List?
NoB
No — Keisha Castle-Hughes is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2002
Whale Rider Debut
Lost A-list status in 2005
Dropped to B tier — Star Wars Episode III Role
Ranking Timeline
2002A$0.1M
Whale Rider Debut
Stars in Whale Rider, earning an Academy Award nomination.
2005B▼$0.5M+$0.4M
Star Wars Episode III Role
Has a minor role in Star Wars Episode III, gaining exposure.
2006B$0.75M+$0.25M
The Nativity Story
Stars in The Nativity Story, continuing her acting career.
2015B$1.5M+$0.75M
The Walking Dead
Appears in The Walking Dead, increasing visibility.
2019B$3M+$1.5M
Game of Thrones Role
Appears in Game of Thrones, boosting her profile again.
2026B$4M+$1M
Steady TV Work
Continues working in television and film, solidifying her career.
Last updated: February 25, 2026