Shawn Ashmore, TIME's Person of the Year 2026?

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According to a well-informed source, Shawn Ashmore is leading the race to become Time magazine's Person of the Year in 2026. But while the actor's fans are thrilled with the news, many people hold a very different opinion.

UPDATE 06/04/2026 : This story seems to be false. (read more)

Why not Ashmore 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 46-year-old actor, as a 2026 nominee has therefore sparked controversy and debate.

“What makes Ashmore 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 actor have already been named ‘Canadian Of The Year’ by some major Canadian newspapers and even ‘Richmond Citizen Of The Year’ by the readers of a local gazette in Richmond (Shawn Ashmore's hometown).

Social Reactions to TIME’s Person of the Year

A representative for the actor was not immediately available for comment, but the announcement generated immediate reaction on Twitter:

“Shawn Ashmore Named Person of the Year Is No ‘Surprise’.”
— @TheNewsEditor, 5 Apr 2026
“Great choice! Long overdue recognition for his talents. #LoveShawn”
— @BarbaraHeyboer, 5 Apr 2026
“Past recipients include Joseph Stalin and Adolf Hitler ... then why not Shawn Ashmore?”
— @TheClassicObserver, 5 Apr 2026

Could 2026 officially be the Year of Shawn Ashmore?

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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