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Toni Morrison

Is Toni Morrison A-List?

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YesToni Morrison is an A-list celebrity, a household name with massive fame and influence.

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Reached A-list in 1988

Won the Pulitzer Prize

Ranking Timeline

1970C$0.05M

'The Bluest Eye' debut

Her first novel published, explored race, beauty, and identity. Initial success, but didn't bring massive wealth.

1977B$0.2M+$0.15000000000000002M

'Song of Solomon' success

Won the National Book Critics Circle Award, gaining more recognition and sales.

1987B$0.5M+$0.3M

Publication of 'Beloved'

'Beloved' was published to wide acclaim and sparked nationwide discussions.

1988A$1M+$0.5M

Won the Pulitzer Prize

Morrison's book 'Beloved' wins the Pulitzer Prize, furthering her recognition.

1993A$3M+$2M

Nobel Prize in Literature

Morrison wins the Nobel Prize, achieving international fame and boost book sales.

2019A$5M+$2M

Death of Toni Morrison

Toni Morrison passes away, leaving a legacy of important literary works. Net worth remained steady due to royalties.

Last updated: February 23, 2026