Sophie Dahl, TIME's Person of the Year 2026?
- By Elizabeth Sy
- London
- Last updated on
Hot news
- Cinema January 14, 2026
- Money January 16, 2026
- Rumor Central January 2026
According to a reliable source, Sophie Dahl is leading the race to become Time magazine's Person of the Year in 2026. But while the author's fans are thrilled with the news, many people hold a very different opinion.
UPDATE 17/01/2026 : This story seems to be false. (read more)
Why not Dahl 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 48-year-old author, as a 2026 nominee has therefore sparked controversy and debate.
“What makes Dahl so important is the potential and influence she now has, rather than anything she has already done,” said a panelist who preferred to remain anonymous, adding that earlier this month, the author have already been named ‘English Of The Year’ by some major English newspapers and even ‘London Citizen Of The Year’ by the readers of a local gazette in London (Sophie Dahl's hometown).
Social Reactions to TIME’s Person of the Year
A representative for the author was not immediately available for comment, but the announcement generated immediate reaction on Twitter:
“Sophie Dahl Named Person of the Year Is No ‘Surprise’.”
— @TheNewsEditor, 16 Jan 2026
“Great choice! Long overdue recognition for his talents. #LoveSophie”
— @BarbaraHeyboer, 16 Jan 2026
“Past recipients include Joseph Stalin and Adolf Hitler ... then why not Sophie Dahl?”
— @TheClassicObserver, 16 Jan 2026
Could 2026 officially be the Year of Sophie Dahl?
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?
© 2026 MediaMass All rights reserved. Do not reproduce (even with permission).
Sophie Dahl: Recent News
- Music January 2026
- Hot January 16, 2026
- Buzz January 17, 2026
Celebrity Central