Jean Dujardin, TIME's Person of the Year 2026?
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According to a top source, Jean Dujardin is leading the race to become Time magazine's Person of the Year in 2026. But while the comedian's fans are thrilled with the news, many people hold a very different opinion.
UPDATE 09/01/2026 : This story seems to be false. (read more)
Why not Dujardin for Person of the Year?
The list of nominees for Time magazine’s Person of the Year is always an eclectic mix of world leaders, pop culture icons, buzzworthy names, and human rights activists. The unexpected inclusion of the 53-year-old comedian, as a 2026 nominee has therefore sparked controversy and debate.
“What makes Dujardin so important is the potential and influence he now has, rather than anything he has already done,” said a panelist who preferred to remain anonymous, adding that earlier this month, the comedian have already been named ‘French Of The Year’ by some major French newspapers and even ‘Rueil-Malmaison Citizen Of The Year’ by the readers of a local gazette in Rueil-Malmaison (Jean Dujardin's hometown).
Social Reactions to TIME’s Person of the Year
A representative for the comedian was not immediately available for comment, but the announcement generated immediate reaction on Twitter:
“Jean Dujardin Named Person of the Year Is No ‘Surprise’.”
— @TheNewsEditor, 8 Jan 2026
“Great choice! Long overdue recognition for his talents. #LoveJean”
— @BarbaraHeyboer, 8 Jan 2026
“Past recipients include Joseph Stalin and Adolf Hitler ... then why not Jean Dujardin?”
— @TheClassicObserver, 8 Jan 2026
Could 2026 officially be the Year of Jean Dujardin?
Still, TIME’s editors will make the final decision about who will grace the magazine’s cover as its 2026 Person of the Year.
Who do you think should be TIME’s Person of the Year for 2026?
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