The TIME 100

The People Who Shape Our World

Here's our list of the 100 men and women whose power, talent or moral example is transforming the world.

PHILANTHROPISTS

The Power Givers

These donors blend generosity with thoughtful activism to make contributions that count

TALK BACK

Who's at the top of your list?

With so many different fields and individuals to choose from, we want to know which one of them matches your pick. Give us your thoughts on our list

TIME 100 Poll

Your Results

Take a look at the people who ended up at the top of the list according to your votes

Podcast

The TIME 100

Listen to a selection of featured profiles from the 2007 list

Video

On the Red Carpet at the TIME 100 Party

Couldn't make it to the big bash celebrating the most influential people in the world? Joel Stein was there, welcoming everyone from an Egyptian activist and a Nobel Prize winning scientist to an A-list Hollywood producer. Take a look

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The Alt TIME 100

By Joel Stein

The most influential people in the world, as chosen by a panel consisting of a rapper, a Playboy bunny, a UFC fighter, a party planner and Joel Stein