Is Li Ning A-List?
YesA
Yes — Li Ning is an A-list celebrity, a household name with massive fame and influence.
Reached A-list in 2000
Sportswear Brand Growth
Ranking Timeline
1984C$0.01M
Olympic Gymnastics Success
Wins multiple Olympic medals in gymnastics, becoming a national hero in China.
1989B▲$0.1M+$0.09000000000000001M
Li-Ning Company Founded
Founds the Li-Ning sportswear company, capitalizing on his fame.
2000A▲$100M+$99.9M
Sportswear Brand Growth
The Li-Ning brand grows into a major player in the Chinese sportswear market.
2010A$500M+$400M
International Expansion
Expands the Li-Ning brand internationally, competing with global sportswear giants.
2026A$1.7B+$1.2B
Sportswear Icon
Continues to lead the Li-Ning company, maintaining his status as a successful entrepreneur and sportswear icon.
Last updated: February 25, 2026