Is Linda Hunt A-List?
No — Linda Hunt is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1982
Oscar for Living Dangerously
Lost A-list status in 1984
Dropped to B tier — Continued Film Roles
Ranking Timeline
Popeye Film Debut
Linda Hunt makes her film debut as Mrs. Oxheart in *Popeye*.
Oscar for Living Dangerously
Hunt wins an Academy Award for her role in *The Year of Living Dangerously*, achieving widespread recognition.
Continued Film Roles
Hunt continues to work steadily in film, with notable roles in movies like *Dune* and *Silverado*.
Voice of Grandmother Willow
Hunt provides the voice for Grandmother Willow in Disney's *Pocahontas*.
Joins NCIS: Los Angeles
Hunt begins her long-running role as Hetty Lange in *NCIS: Los Angeles*.
Leaves NCIS: Los Angeles
Hunt departs from her role as Hetty Lange in *NCIS: Los Angeles* after fourteen seasons.
Respected Acting Career
Linda Hunt remains a respected actress, known for her distinctive voice and versatile performances in film and television.
Last updated: February 25, 2026