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Bear Grylls

Is Bear Grylls A-List?

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

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Reached A-list in 2010

Endorsements and Book Deals

Ranking Timeline

1996C$0.5M

Climbs Mount Everest

Grylls becomes one of the youngest Britons to climb Mount Everest, gaining early recognition for his adventurous spirit.

2006B$2M+$1.5M

Man vs. Wild Debut

*Man vs. Wild* premieres, catapulting Grylls to international fame and establishing him as a survival expert.

2010A$8M+$6M

Endorsements and Book Deals

Grylls secures numerous endorsements and publishes several successful books on survival, significantly increasing his wealth.

2014A$15M+$7M

Running Wild Premieres

*Running Wild with Bear Grylls* premieres, featuring celebrity guests and further solidifying his status as a leading adventure personality.

2019A$22M+$7M

Continued TV Success

Grylls continues to produce and star in various survival-themed television shows, maintaining his popularity and relevance.

2026A$25M+$3M

Adventure Icon

Grylls remains a prominent figure in adventure television, authoring books and inspiring audiences with his survival skills.

Last updated: February 25, 2026