BLACKPINK’s Jennie has been named to TIME’s 2026 ‘100 Most Influential People in the World.’
On April 15 (local time), TIME released its annual list recognizing 100 individuals across various fields.
Jennie was included in the Artists category and is the only Korean honoree this year.
Her tribute was written by singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams, who described Jennie as “an undeniable presence” and highlighted her impact both on stage and in personal settings.
Jennie debuted with BLACKPINK in 2016. In 2025, her solo album 'Ruby' made history as she became the first female K-pop soloist to have three songs chart simultaneously on the Billboard Hot 100.