Is Portia de Rossi A-List?
No — Portia de Rossi is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
Ally McBeal Breakthrough
Gained fame as Nelle Porter in 'Ally McBeal', winning a Screen Actors Guild Award.
'Arrested Development' Role
Played Lindsay Bluth Fünke in 'Arrested Development', further establishing her comedic talents.
Joins 'Scandal' Cast
Portrayed Elizabeth North in 'Scandal', showcasing her dramatic acting range.
Retires from Acting
Announced her retirement from acting to pursue other interests in art and business.
Art Curation Pursuits
Focused on art curation and other ventures after retiring from acting.
Art Curator and Businesswoman
Continues her work in art curation and business, leveraging her fame for various endeavors.
Last updated: February 25, 2026