
Is Paul Wesley A-List?
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No — Paul Wesley is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
2009C$0.5M
The Vampire Diaries breakthrough
Cast as Stefan Salvatore in *The Vampire Diaries*, catapulting him to fame.
2017B▲$4M+$3.5M
The Vampire Diaries finale
End of *The Vampire Diaries*; Wesley explores other projects.
2018B$5M+$1M
Directing and Producing roles
Wesley begins to direct and produce television, expanding his career.
2022B$6M+$1M
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds
Cast as James T. Kirk, a significant role in a major franchise.
2026B$7M+$1M
Established Television Actor
Continuing work in television solidifies his status as a respected actor.
Last updated: February 25, 2026