Is Tarcisio Bertone A-List?
NoC
No — Tarcisio Bertone is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Reached A-list in 2006
Secretary of State
Lost A-list status in 2013
Dropped to C tier — Resigns as Secretary
Ranking Timeline
1991C$0.05M
Archbishop of Vercelli
Appointed Archbishop of Vercelli. Significant role within the church.
1995B▲$0.1M+$0.05M
Secretary Congregation
Secretary of the Congregation. Increasing influence.
2003B$0.3M+$0.19999999999999998M
Elevated to Cardinal
Became a Cardinal. Cemented his leadership role.
2006A▲$0.7M+$0.39999999999999997M
Secretary of State
Appointed Secretary of State. Reached height of power.
2013C▼▼$1M+$0.30000000000000004M
Resigns as Secretary
Resigned as Secretary of State. Diminished power.
2026C$1M
Retired Cardinal
Retired from major roles. Still influential in the Vatican.
Last updated: February 25, 2026