Is Vince McMahon A-List?
No — Vince McMahon is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1997
Attitude Era Begins
Lost A-list status in 2026
Dropped to B tier — WWE Influence Remains Strong
Ranking Timeline
Buys WWF from Father
McMahon buys WWF, setting stage to expand nationally.
WrestleMania Premieres
The first WrestleMania catapults WWF to national recognition.
Attitude Era Begins
The Attitude Era boosts ratings.
WWF Goes Public
WWF becomes a publicly traded company, expanding its reach.
Acquires WCW
WWF acquires its biggest competitor.
WWE Network Launched
WWE launches a streaming platform. It is now Peacock.
Steps Down Amid Investigation
McMahon steps down amidst scandal.
Rejoins WWE Board
McMahon returns to the WWE Board.
Endeavor Acquires WWE
Endeavor (TKO) acquires WWE. McMahon remains involved.
WWE Influence Remains Strong
McMahon's influence in the wrestling world remains very substantial. He is still on the TKO board.
Last updated: February 25, 2026