Is Cyrus Vance A-List?
No — Cyrus Vance is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Reached A-list in 1977
Secretary of State Appointed
Lost A-list status in 1990
Dropped to B tier — International Mediator
Ranking Timeline
Secretary of the Army
Vance is appointed as Secretary of the Army.
Deputy Secretary of Defense
Vance becomes Deputy Secretary of Defense, a high-ranking position in the Johnson administration.
Secretary of State Appointed
Vance is appointed as Secretary of State under President Jimmy Carter.
Resignation as Secretary
Vance resigns as Secretary of State due to disagreements over policy in Iran.
International Mediator
Vance serves as an international mediator in various conflicts.
Death in New York
Vance dies in New York, marking the end of his long career.
Legacy as Diplomat
Vance remembered as a prominent figure in American foreign policy.
Last updated: February 24, 2026