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Louis C.K.

Is Louis C.K. A-List?

NoC

NoLouis C.K. is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.

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Reached A-list in 2017

Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Lost A-list status in 2017

Dropped to C tier — Projects Cancelled

Ranking Timeline

1993D$0.05M

Stand-up and Writing Beginnings

Louis begins his career in stand-up comedy and writing for television.

2006C$1M+$0.95M

'Lucky Louie' on HBO

Stars in and produces his first sitcom, 'Lucky Louie', though it's short-lived.

2010B$5M+$4M

'Louie' on FX Premieres

Gains critical acclaim with his FX series 'Louie', which he writes, directs, edits, and stars in.

2012B$10M+$5M

Time 100 Influential List

Named one of Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential People.

2017A$40M+$30M

Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Accusations of sexual misconduct surface, halting his career and income streams.

2017C▼▼$30M-$10M

Projects Cancelled

FX cancels his shows and his film is shelved, drastically reducing his income.

2020C$35M+$5M

Stand-up Comeback

Attempts a comeback with stand-up shows, facing both support and backlash.

2026C$40M+$5M

Career Impacted by Scandal

While still performing stand-up, his career remains impacted by the past scandal, limiting his opportunities.

Last updated: February 21, 2026