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Lea Michele

Is Lea Michele A-List?

YesA

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

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Reached A-list in 2009

Glee Breakthrough Role

Ranking Timeline

1995C$0.01M

Broadway Debut: Les Misérables

Starts her career as a child actress on Broadway, gaining early experience and exposure. This increases her savings.

2006B$0.1M+$0.09000000000000001M

Spring Awakening Broadway Success

Stars in the original Broadway cast of 'Spring Awakening', which wins several Tony Awards and raises her profile.

2009A$1M+$0.9M

Glee Breakthrough Role

Lands the role of Rachel Berry on 'Glee', catapulting her to mainstream fame and earning her Emmy and Golden Globe nominations.

2010A$5M+$4M

Glee Soundtrack Success

'Glee' soundtracks become chart-toppers, earning her a Grammy nomination and boosting her income significantly.

2013A$12M+$7M

Solo Music Career Launch

Releases her debut solo album, 'Louder', which performs well on the charts, adding to her overall earnings.

2017A$20M+$8M

Scream Queens & Acting Roles

Continues to land prominent roles in television series like 'Scream Queens' and other acting projects, increasing her income.

2022A$28M+$8M

Funny Girl on Broadway

Stars in 'Funny Girl' on Broadway, receiving mixed reviews but generating significant buzz and keeping her in the spotlight.

2026A$30M+$2M

Continued Success in Entertainment

Maintains a successful career in acting and music, continuing to secure roles and projects that keep her relevant in the industry.

Last updated: February 25, 2026