Is Javier Pérez de Cuéllar A-List?
No — Javier Pérez de Cuéllar is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1982
UN Secretary-General Appointment
Lost A-list status in 1991
Dropped to B tier — Completed UN Term
Ranking Timeline
Peruvian Ambassador to UN
Appointed as Peru's ambassador to the United Nations. This role positioned him for future international diplomatic prominence.
UN Secretary-General Appointment
Became the fifth Secretary-General of the United Nations. This prestigious position made him one of the most prominent Latin American figures on the global stage.
Iran-Iraq War Ceasefire
Successfully mediated the end of the Iran-Iraq War, one of his major diplomatic achievements. His reputation as an effective peacemaker was firmly established.
Completed UN Term
Concluded his tenure as Secretary-General after serving for nine years. He left office with a respected legacy in international diplomacy and conflict resolution.
Prime Minister of Peru
Appointed as Prime Minister of Peru during a transitional government following political crisis. This brief return to domestic politics capped his diplomatic career.
Death at Age 100
Died at age 100 in Lima, Peru. His passing was mourned internationally as the loss of a distinguished diplomat and former UN Secretary-General.
Remembered as Distinguished Diplomat
Remembered as one of Latin America's most accomplished diplomats and a respected UN Secretary-General. Well-known in diplomatic circles and Peru, though not a household name globally.
Last updated: February 25, 2026