Is Tony Tan Keng Yam A-List?
No — Tony Tan Keng Yam is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2011
President of Singapore
Lost A-list status in 2017
Dropped to B tier — End of Presidential Term
Ranking Timeline
OCBC Bank CEO
Tan becomes the CEO of OCBC Bank, one of Singapore's largest banks.
Minister for Education
Tan enters politics and becomes the Minister for Education in Singapore.
Minister for Finance
Tan becomes the Minister for Finance, a key role in the government.
President of Singapore
Tan is elected as the President of Singapore.
End of Presidential Term
Tan completes his term as President of Singapore.
Public Figure
Tan remains active in public life, contributing to various initiatives.
Last updated: February 25, 2026