Is Maureen Stapleton A-List?
No — Maureen Stapleton is currently ranked D tier — a minor public figure with limited fame outside a small audience.
Reached A-list in 1981
Reds - Academy Award
Lost A-list status in 1986
Dropped to B tier — Heartburn Film
Ranking Timeline
Broadway Debut
Makes her Broadway debut, beginning her acting career.
The Rose Tattoo
Wins her first Tony Award for her performance in 'The Rose Tattoo', gaining recognition.
Orpheus Descending Film Role
Stars in Orpheus Descending, marking a film debut.
Gingerbread Lady Tony Win
Wins a second Tony Award for 'The Gingerbread Lady', solidifying stage presence.
Reds - Academy Award
Wins an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 'Reds', achieving widespread acclaim.
Heartburn Film
Appears in Heartburn, continuing steady film work.
Continued Film Work
Appears in smaller films and television roles, maintaining her career.
Death
Dies at age 80.
Legacy of Stage and Screen
Remembered for her significant contributions to stage and screen, though largely fading from mainstream memory.
Last updated: February 21, 2026