Will Donald Trump be TIME Magazine’s Person of the Year 2025?

Since 1927, TIME Magazine has selected a person, idea, group, or object as its Person of the Year, as they will have “for better or worse… done the most to influence the events of the year.”

As Donald Trump recently commenced his second term in office, there is a strong possibility he could earn the title for a third time.

Also, the annual publication has awarded Person of the Year to 24 Presidents of the United States throughout the decades.

Continue reading to learn if Donald Trump is likely to be TIME Magazine‘s Person of the Year 2025.

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Donald Trump is the Leading Candidate

Donald Trump could follow in former presidents Franklin D. Roosevelt and Richard Nixon’s footsteps by being announced as TIME Magazine‘s Person of the Year for a third time.

The US leader won the award in 2016 and 2024, and his return to office and global influence could result in him securing the title in 2025.

Due to Trump’s recent involvement in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the introduction of new international tariffs, which are altering economies globally, he might already have done enough to appear on the cover for a second consecutive year.

For the above reasons and more, BEO betting odds predict he has a strong chance of being named TIME Magazine‘s Person of the Year.

Elon Musk Could Secure the Title for a Second Time

Elon Musk is no stranger to TIME Magazine‘s Person of the Year, as he received the honor in 2021 after becoming the richest person in the world.

The successful businessman continues to be a vocal presence online, especially on X, as he often publishes polarizing comments about politics, technology, and business, resulting in Musk dominating global publications.

Also, the SpaceX CEO could secure the title due to his continued efforts in space exploration or his commitment to transforming Tesla’s electric vehicles, which could set a new standard for the market.

What’s more, he is committed to advancing artificial intelligence (AI) and neural health, which could result in him being recognized by TIME Magazine for advancing the forward-thinking technologies.

Thanks to his ongoing involvement in technology, business, and politics, he could be named Time Magazine‘s Person of the Year in 2025.

Xi Jinping Might Receive the Honor for the First Time

As President of China, Xi Jinping has the power to alter the world’s economies, policies, and security.

If you pay close attention to global politics, you will know Jinping has made it his mission to grow China’s trade and investments with various countries, strengthening the nation’s position as a superpower.

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Also, he remains committed to making breakthroughs with renewable energies, AI, and semiconductor production, which could transform China’s technology industry and economy.

As the president is attempting to transform various markets and plays a primary role in world politics, he could receive the honor of TIME Magazine‘s Person of the Year for the first time this year.

However, other global leaders and figures are realistic candidates for the title, such as Joe Rogan, Kate Middleton, JD Vance, Taylor Swift, and King Charles III. However, you will likely need to wait until December 2025 to find out who will appear on the cover of the iconic publication.

If you believe Xi Jinping will win TIME Magazine’s Person of the Year 2025, you could win $850 by betting $100 if it happens.