Is Kate McKinnon A-List?
YesA
Yes — Kate McKinnon is an A-list celebrity, a household name with massive fame and influence.
Reached A-list in 2016
Emmy Award Winner
Ranking Timeline
2007C$0.01M
Upright Citizens Brigade Performer
Honing her improv and sketch comedy skills in New York.
2012B▲$0.5M+$0.49M
Joins Saturday Night Live
Cast member on SNL, her big breakthrough.
2016A▲$2M+$1.5M
Emmy Award Winner
Wins her first Primetime Emmy for SNL.
2017A$4M+$2M
Continued SNL Success
Solidifying her reputation as a top comedian.
2020A$6M+$2M
Second Emmy Award
Wins second Emmy solidifying stardom.
2022A$8M+$2M
Leaves Saturday Night Live
Exits SNL after a decade of iconic performances.
2023A$8.5M+$0.5M
Role in Barbie Movie
Appears in highly successful Barbie movie.
2026A$9M+$0.5M
Continued Film and TV Success
Continues to thrive in film and television roles.
Last updated: February 25, 2026