Is Abdullah Gül A-List?
No — Abdullah Gül is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Reached A-list in 2007
Elected President of Turkey
Lost A-list status in 2014
Dropped to C tier — Leaves Presidential Office
Ranking Timeline
Entering Turkish Politics
Begins his political career in the Welfare Party, marking his entry into Turkish politics.
AKP Co-Founder
Co-founds the Justice and Development Party (AKP) with Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
Briefly Prime Minister
Serves briefly as Prime Minister before Erdoğan takes over.
Foreign Minister Appointment
Appointed as Foreign Minister, playing a crucial role in Turkey's EU efforts.
Elected President of Turkey
Elected President of Turkey, holding the position until 2014.
Leaves Presidential Office
Leaves office after his term as President ends, maintaining a lower profile.
Advisory role
Serves as a member of the Advisory Panel for the President of the Islamic Development Bank.
Last updated: February 23, 2026