Is Chris Hughes A-List?
NoB
No — Chris Hughes is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2007
Leaves Facebook
Lost A-list status in 2012
Dropped to B tier — Acquires The New Republic
Ranking Timeline
2004C$0.01M
Facebook Co-Founder
Helps launch Facebook, playing a vital role.
2007A▲▲$20M+$19.99M
Leaves Facebook
Departs with substantial stock options.
2012B▼$100M+$80M
Acquires The New Republic
Purchases and leads the political magazine.
2016B$400M+$300M
Magazine Redesign
Invests heavily in revitalizing the magazine.
2019B$450M+$50M
Sells The New Republic
Sells the magazine; refocuses on other projects.
2026B$450M
Entrepreneurial Pursuits
Continues to engage in various ventures.
Last updated: February 25, 2026