Is Desi Bouterse A-List?
NoC
No — Desi Bouterse is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Ranking Timeline
1980F$0.01M
Military Coup Leader
Bouterse leads a military coup, seizing power in Suriname.
1985D▲$0.2M+$0.19M
Dictatorial Rule
Bouterse governs as a military dictator.
1990D$0.3M+$0.09999999999999998M
Seizes Power Again
Bouterse briefly regains power before stepping down.
2000F▼$0.4M+$0.10000000000000003M
Drug Trafficking Conviction
Bouterse is convicted of drug trafficking in absentia.
2010B▲▲▲$0.7M+$0.29999999999999993M
Elected President of Suriname
Bouterse is elected president, despite his past.
2020C▼$1M+$0.30000000000000004M
Leaves Office
Bouterse's presidency ends amidst controversy.
2026C$1M
Controversial Legacy
Bouterse's legacy remains controversial due to his past.
Last updated: February 25, 2026