Is Saddam Hussein A-List?
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No — Saddam Hussein is currently ranked F tier — a public figure with minimal cultural presence.
Reached A-list in 1979
Assumes Presidency of Iraq
Lost A-list status in 1991
Dropped to B tier — Persian Gulf War Defeat
Ranking Timeline
1968C$0.1M
Ba'ath Party Coup
Plays key role in coup bringing Ba'ath Party to power.
1979A▲▲$10M+$9.9M
Assumes Presidency of Iraq
Becomes President, consolidating power in Iraq.
1980A$50M+$40M
Starts Iran-Iraq War
Initiates war with Iran, impacting resources.
1990A$100M+$50M
Invades Kuwait
Invades Kuwait, leading to international intervention.
1991B▼$80M-$20M
Persian Gulf War Defeat
Iraq is defeated in Gulf War, facing sanctions.
2003C▼$200M+$120M
US-Led Invasion of Iraq
Overthrown and captured by US-led forces.
2006F▼▼$200M
Executed for Crimes
Convicted and executed for crimes against humanity.
Last updated: February 23, 2026