Is Mercedes Ruehl A-List?
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No — Mercedes Ruehl is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
1980D$0.1M
Off-Broadway Successes
Gains recognition in Off-Broadway productions.
1991B▲▲$0.5M+$0.4M
'Fisher King' Triumph
Wins Oscar for 'The Fisher King', solidifying career.
1995B$1M+$0.5M
Stage and Screen Roles
Continues to work in film and theatre.
2000B$1.5M+$0.5M
Consistent Stage Work
Remains active in stage productions.
2010B$2M+$0.5M
Television Appearances
Appears in television roles, maintaining visibility.
2026B$3M+$1M
Respected Character Actress
Maintains a steady career as a respected character actress.
Last updated: February 25, 2026