Is Newt Gingrich A-List?
NoB
No — Newt Gingrich is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1995
Speaker of the House
Lost A-list status in 1999
Dropped to B tier — Resigns from Congress
Ranking Timeline
1979D$0.1M
Elected to Congress
Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives.
1995A▲▲▲$1M+$0.9M
Speaker of the House
Becomes Speaker, gains national prominence.
1999B▼$3M+$2M
Resigns from Congress
Resigns amid controversy and declining support.
2012B$7M+$4M
Presidential Campaign
Runs for President, but loses the nomination.
2016B$9M+$2M
Trump Supporter
A vocal supporter of Donald Trump.
2026B$10M+$1M
Political Commentator and Author
Remains active as a commentator and author.
Last updated: February 25, 2026