Is Milton Berle A-List?
No — Milton Berle is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1948
Texaco Star Theatre Debut
Lost A-list status in 1960
Dropped to B tier — Career Decline Begins
Ranking Timeline
Silent Film Debut
Begins career as a child actor in silent films.
Radio Career Takes Off
Transitions to radio, gaining more exposure.
Texaco Star Theatre Debut
Hosts the popular Texaco Star Theatre on TV.
Mr. Television Fame
Becomes a major television star, known as 'Mr. Television'.
Career Decline Begins
Popularity wanes, but continues to work in entertainment.
Occasional TV Appearances
Makes guest appearances on various TV shows.
Berle's Death
Milton Berle dies, leaving a legacy as a pioneer of television comedy.
Television Pioneer Legacy
Remembered as a pioneer in television comedy and a major figure during the Golden Age of Television.
Last updated: February 25, 2026