Is Laverne Cox A-List?
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No — Laverne Cox is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
2013B$0.1M
'Orange Is the New Black'
Breakthrough role as Sophia Burset.
2014B$0.3M+$0.19999999999999998M
Emmy Nomination
Historic Emmy nomination.
2015B$0.5M+$0.2M
Advocacy Work
Rising prominence as an LGBTQ advocate.
2017B$0.8M+$0.30000000000000004M
'Doubt' Series Regular
Starring in 'Doubt' series.
2019B$1.2M+$0.3999999999999999M
Continued Success
Maintaining presence in TV and film.
2020B$1.5M+$0.30000000000000004M
Producing and Acting
Expanding influence in film and television.
2026B$2M+$0.5M
Established Actress, Advocate
Continues to work in film, television, and advocacy.
Last updated: February 25, 2026