Is Sonny Chiba A-List?
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Yes — Sonny Chiba is an A-list celebrity, a household name with massive fame and influence.
Reached A-list in 1980
Martial Arts Film Stardom
Ranking Timeline
1960D$0.01M
Japanese TV Debut
Begins acting in Japanese television shows.
1974B▲▲$0.2M+$0.19M
"The Street Fighter" Release
Gains international recognition for his martial arts skills.
1980A▲$0.5M+$0.3M
Martial Arts Film Stardom
Becomes a major star in martial arts films.
1990A$1M+$0.5M
Continued Film Work
Continues to star in various action films.
2000A$2M+$1M
"Kill Bill" Cameo
Appears in Quentin Tarantino's "Kill Bill" Vol. 1.
2010A$4M+$2M
Continued Acting Roles
Continues to act in film and television.
2021A$5M+$1M
Death of a Martial Arts Legend
Sonny Chiba passes away, leaving a lasting legacy.
2026A$5M
Remembered Martial Arts Pioneer
Sonny Chiba is still remembered as an iconic martial artist.
Last updated: February 25, 2026