Is Valentina Tereshkova A-List?
NoB
No — Valentina Tereshkova is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1963
First Woman in Space
Lost A-list status in 1966
Dropped to B tier — Supreme Soviet Deputy
Ranking Timeline
1963A$0.1M
First Woman in Space
Becomes the first woman in space, a global icon.
1963A$0.25M+$0.15M
Post Flight Fame
Global icon and hero for the Soviet Union.
1966B▼$0.5M+$0.25M
Supreme Soviet Deputy
Elected to the Supreme Soviet, entering politics.
1982B$0.75M+$0.25M
Cosmonaut Instructor
Continued involvement in the Soviet space program.
2003B$5M+$4.25M
Putin Friendship
Maintained a prominent role in Russian society and politics.
2024B$10M+$5M
Continuing Political Role
Continues to serve in political roles and promote science education.
Last updated: February 23, 2026