Is Patricia Neal A-List?
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No — Patricia Neal is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1961
Breakfast at Tiffany's
Lost A-list status in 1965
Dropped to B tier — Suffers Severe Strokes
Ranking Timeline
1946C$0.01M
Broadway Debut
Neal begins acting career on stage.
1951B▲$0.1M+$0.09000000000000001M
Film Debut
Appears in The Day the Earth Stood Still.
1961A▲$0.5M+$0.4M
Breakfast at Tiffany's
Features in famous film.
1963A$1M+$0.5M
Wins Best Actress Oscar (Hud)
Wins Academy Award for role in 'Hud'.
1965B▼$1.5M+$0.5M
Suffers Severe Strokes
Career halted by strokes.
1968B$2M+$0.5M
Acting Comeback
Returns to acting after recovery.
2010B$5M+$3M
Death at Age 84
Passes away at age 84.
2026B$5M
Legacy as Acclaimed Actress
Remembered for captivating performances.
Last updated: February 25, 2026