Success comes and goes, but impact lasts forever.
Time magazine has unveiled its 2026 Time 100 list, and USA TODAY has an exclusive sneak peek at the major stars who were selected. The annual short list highlights prominent figures across entertainment, sports, politics and more, collectively dubbed the "100 most influential people in the world."
This year's roundup features an eclectic mix of A-listers that captivated pop culture, from "The Pitt" star Noah Wyle and pop singer Hilary Duff to Olympic figure skater Alysa Liu and Brazilian actor Wagner Moura.
The Time 100 list also features personal testimonials for each of the celebrity honorees, often written by their Hollywood peers.
Take a look at the stars who made the cut. And for the full list, readers can visit the official Time magazine website.
