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Frank Williams

Is Frank Williams A-List?

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NoFrank Williams is currently ranked F tier — a public figure with minimal cultural presence.

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Reached A-list in 1980

First F1 World Championship

Lost A-list status in 2026

Dropped to F tier — Legacy Remembered

Ranking Timeline

1966C$0.1M

Founding Frank Williams Racing Cars

Williams entered Formula One as a team owner and constructor. Struggled for funding initially.

1977B$0.5M+$0.4M

Williams Grand Prix Engineering Founded

Founded the Williams team with Patrick Head. This was a critical turning point in his career.

1980A$5M+$4.5M

First F1 World Championship

Alan Jones wins the Driver's Championship, with Williams winning the Constructor's Championship. Marked a major achievement and growth in wealth.

1986A$20M+$15M

Paralyzed in Car Accident

A car accident left Williams paralyzed, however he continued to lead the team. This impacted the trajectory of Williams' personal life but his influence on the team remained.

1997A$100M+$80M

Last World Championship Title

Jacques Villeneuve wins the Driver's Championship, with Williams winning the Constructor's Championship. Williams became a dominant force in F1.

2020A$150M+$50M

Williams Team Sold

The Williams family sold the Williams F1 team to Dorilton Capital. Marks the end of an era.

2021A$200M+$50M

Death of Sir Frank Williams

Sir Frank Williams passed away, leaving a great legacy in Formula One.

2026F▼▼▼▼$200M

Legacy Remembered

Williams is remembered as a legend of Formula 1. While his team once dominated the sport, recent years have been less successful, and his family has left the sport entirely.

Last updated: February 25, 2026