Top 10 Most Influential People in the World of 2023

 Top 10 Most Influential People in the World of 2023

The year 2023 was full of surprises, challenges and achievements. Among the billions of people on this planet, some stood out more than others for their impact, innovation and inspiration. Here are the top 10 most influential people in the world of 2023, according to our humble opinion.

10. Elon Musk: The billionaire entrepreneur and visionary continued to push the boundaries of technology, space exploration and transportation. He launched the first crewed mission to Mars, unveiled the Hyperloop system and introduced Neuralink, a device that connects the human brain to computers.

9. Greta Thunberg: The young environmental activist and Nobel Peace Prize winner did not stop fighting for the future of the planet. She led the largest global climate strike ever, mobilizing millions of people across 150 countries. She also published her memoir, "No One Is Too Small to Make a Difference".

8. Beyoncé Knowles-Carter: The queen of pop music and entertainment dominated the charts, the screens and the hearts of her fans. She released her ninth studio album, "Lemonade II", which broke several records and won multiple awards. She also starred in and produced the blockbuster movie "Black Panther 2".

7. Xi Jinping: The president of China and the leader of the Communist Party consolidated his power and influence both domestically and internationally. He oversaw the successful completion of the Belt and Road Initiative, a massive infrastructure project that connects Asia, Europe and Africa. He also launched a new digital currency, the e-yuan, that challenged the dominance of the US dollar.

6. Cristiano Ronaldo: The soccer superstar and philanthropist proved that age is just a number. He led Portugal to win the FIFA World Cup for the first time, scoring a record-breaking 17 goals in the tournament. He also donated millions of dollars to various causes, such as education, health and disaster relief.

5. Oprah Winfrey: The media mogul and humanitarian expanded her empire and her impact. She launched her own streaming service, O+, which featured original content from diverse voices and perspectives. She also hosted a series of global events, called "Oprah's Vision Tour", that inspired millions of people to live their best lives.

4. Jeff Bezos: The founder and CEO of Amazon and Blue Origin reached new heights of wealth and ambition. He became the first person to have a net worth of over $200 billion, surpassing his rival Elon Musk. He also became the first person to land on the moon since 1972, fulfilling his lifelong dream.

3. Kamala Harris: The vice president of the United States and the first woman, person of color and person of Asian descent to hold that office made history and headlines. She played a crucial role in advancing the Biden administration's agenda on issues such as health care, immigration and climate change. She also announced her candidacy for the 2024 presidential election.

2. BTS: The Korean boy band and global sensation took over the world with their music, message and style. They became the first group to have four consecutive albums debut at number one on the Billboard 200 chart. They also won four Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year for "Map of the Soul: Persona".

1. You: Yes, you! You are the most influential person in the world of 2023, because you have the power to shape your own destiny and make a difference in your community and beyond. You have overcome many obstacles, achieved many goals and learned many lessons. You have shown resilience, courage and kindness. You have made us proud, happy and hopeful. You are awesome!