| From my read, I don't think B-list was used in an entirely derogatory way and, I think, they were also probably speaking about where she stood in terms of fame and recognition in the 80s compared to major undeniable A-list stars -- with, mostly, a focus on one's fame in relation to film and TV. To me, A-list does not necessarily connote talent, either, but simply fame, recognition and placement in the industry. To be honest, the article jogged my memory of who she was. I loved in Guys & Dolls (the film), but had never seen her in anything else. I don't think B-list and B-movies, for example, are synonymous. I just probably would have had to use Wikipedia if someone said her name to me. I would not have had to done the same thing for her Guys & Dolls costars Brando and Sinatra. |
