Time Magazine will tomorrow Wednesday, December 6 unveil its 2023 Person of the Year. Nine finalists have been disclosed during NBC’s “Today Show.”
The tradition of naming a Person of the Year, dates back to 1927, recognizing individuals, groups, or concepts that significantly influenced global events in the preceding 12 months.
In previous years, other recipients have included Martin Luther King Jr., Pope Francis, and Germany’s only female leader, Angela Merkel.
Last year, 2022, Volodymyr Zelenskyy got the award, lauded for his leadership and defiance over Russia’s military incursion in Ukraine
Here’s the list of 2023 Finalists
Hollywood Strikers
The 118-day strike by Hollywood actors and writers showcased the power of labor and the entertainment industry, concluding with a tentative agreement in November.
Xi Jinping
The Chinese President, a Time100 list regular, was a runner-up for the 2017 Person of the Year, reflecting his and China’s dominance and influence in the world stage.
Taylor Swift
The acclaimed artist had a prolific year, re-releasing albums with record-setting streams and embarking on the successful “Eras Tour,” poised to become the highest-grossing global tour.
Sam Altman
The CEO of OpenAI, known for the groundbreaking ChatGPT, gained attention for his departure and swift return to his position.
Trump Prosecutors
Former President Donald Trump faced historic indictments in four separate cases, marking the first U.S. president charged with over 90 counts.
Barbie
Greta Gerwig’s film became the highest-grossing of 2023, earning over $1.36 billion globally and affirming the theatrical success in a streaming-dominated landscape.
Vladimir Putin
Russia’s President, previously Time’s Person of the Year in 2007, remains a notable figure due to Russia’s ongoing conflict in Ukraine and resistance to Euro-America economic and political hegemony.
King Charles III
Ascending to the throne in May, King Charles III represents tradition amid a changing monarchy.
Jerome Powell
The Chairman of the Federal Reserve, pivotal in managing high inflation in the U.S., has been on the Time100 list in 2019 and 2020.
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