John Deacon, TIME's Person of the Year 2026?
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According to a credible source, Queen bassist John Deacon is leading the race to become Time magazine's Person of the Year in 2026. But while the musician's fans are thrilled with the news, many people hold a very different opinion.
UPDATE 12/01/2026 : This story seems to be false. (read more)
Why not Deacon 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 74-year-old musician, as a 2026 nominee has therefore sparked controversy and debate.
“What makes Deacon 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 musician have already been named ‘Briton Of The Year’ by some major British newspapers and even ‘Oadby Citizen Of The Year’ by the readers of a local gazette in Oadby (John Deacon's hometown).
Social Reactions to TIME’s Person of the Year
A representative for the musician was not immediately available for comment, but the announcement generated immediate reaction on Twitter:
“John Deacon Named Person of the Year Is No ‘Surprise’.”
— @TheNewsEditor, 11 Jan 2026
“Great choice! Long overdue recognition for his talents. #LoveJohn”
— @BarbaraHeyboer, 11 Jan 2026
“Past recipients include Joseph Stalin and Adolf Hitler ... then why not John Deacon?”
— @TheClassicObserver, 11 Jan 2026
Could 2026 officially be the Year of John Deacon?
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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