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Don Rosa

Is Don Rosa A-List?

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NoDon Rosa is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.

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Ranking Timeline

1987F$0.01M

Begins Disney Comics Career

Starts writing and illustrating Disney comics for Gladstone Publishing, marking the beginning of his professional comics career.

1990C▲▲$0.2M+$0.19M

Joins Finnish Disney Comics

Begins working for Finnish publisher Sanoma, gaining a wider audience and increasing his income.

1994B$0.5M+$0.3M

Life and Times Published

Publishes 'The Life and Times of Scrooge McDuck', a highly acclaimed series that significantly boosts his reputation and earnings.

1999B$1M+$0.5M

First Eisner Award

Wins his first Eisner Award, recognizing his artistic achievements and further enhancing his standing in the comics community.

2000B$2M+$1M

Battling Health Issues

Faces serious health issues that limit his ability to draw, affecting his income and creative output but maintaining his popularity.

2019B$4M+$2M

Retirement from Comics

Announces his retirement from creating comics due to health concerns, shifting focus to conventions and appearances.

2026B$5M+$1M

Legendary Comics Creator

Continues to be celebrated as one of the greatest Disney comics creators, with his work remaining popular worldwide.

Last updated: February 25, 2026