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TIME has unveiled its 2025 TIME100 list, featuring a diverse array of individuals recognized for their significant influence across various fields. Among those honored are playwright and director Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, actor Daniel Dae Kim, and singer Nicole Scherzinger.
Patti LuPone provided a touching tribute to Nicole Scherzinger, praising her performance in the production of Sunset Boulevard. LuPone described Scherzinger as “courageous, audacious, mesmerizing, elegantly beautiful, and ultimately heartbreaking,” highlighting that “her mad scene alone is worth the price of admission.” To delve deeper into Scherzinger’s impact, click here.
Theatre artist Michael R. Jackson expressed deep admiration for Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, sharing, “The first time I ever saw a play by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, my jaw hit the floor.” He continued by stating, “Even though he’s younger than me, I look up to Branden in so many ways. He is truly in a class of his own, and, as history unfolds, there is no doubt that he will be noted as one of the greats.” Read more about Jacobs-Jenkins here.
J.J. Abrams penned a heartfelt tribute to Daniel Dae Kim, recognizing his unique career path and philanthropic efforts. Abrams noted, “A career like Kim’s is rare. But even rarer is a willingness to use success not just for oneself, but for others—a quality that makes Daniel Dae Kim a leading voice in the fight for change.” To explore Kim’s contributions further, click here.
The comprehensive TIME100 list also features tributes from notable figures such as Shonda Rhimes reflecting on Ted Sarandos, Will Ferrell honoring Lorne Michaels, and Aly Raisman celebrating Simone Biles. Other featured pairs include Michelle Yeoh and Jon M. Chu, Gloria Steinem and Gisèle Pelicot, and Chris Evans and Scarlett Johansson, among many others.
This year’s issue showcases five unique covers, each spotlighting a prominent member of the TIME100, including actress and producer Demi Moore, musician Snoop Dogg, former tennis star Serena Williams, singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran, and Google DeepMind co-founder Demis Hassabis.
For a complete look at the TIME100 list, visit here.
Stranger Things: The First Shadow
Marquis Theatre (Broadway)
Set in 1959 in Hawkins, Indiana, the Creel family is searching for a new beginning, particularly for their teenage son Henry, who seeks to leave behind his troubling past. Things seem to improve as he forms friendships and participates in a school play. However, as bizarre and frightening events begin to plague the town, Henry is compelled to face a haunting question: does an unsettling force within him connect to the escalating horrors around him?
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