The Internet’s most influential voices are getting their flowers. TIME just dropped its inaugural TIME100 Creators list, spotlighting the digital trailblazers who are shaping culture, conversations, and communities worldwide. Naturally, the beloved Twitch streamer and content creator, Kai Cenat, graces the historic cover. Read more and find the full list of creators inside.  

The 2025 TIME100 Creators list honors 100 boundary-pushing digital influencers across platforms, genres, and industries—from gamers and comedians to educators and activists. According to TIME CEO Jessica Sibley, the list recognizes the people “who are not only driving conversations online, but also inspiring communities and setting new standards for what it means to be a creator today.”

Kai, who appears on the worldwide cover photographed by AB+DM, is the perfect face for this moment. Known for his hilarious livestreams, over-the-top antics, and undeniable charisma, Cenat has turned his online presence into a cultural movement. Whether he’s breaking streaming records or collaborating with hip-hop’s elite, Kai’s community-first approach and relentless creativity have made him a Gen Z favorite.

TIME’s Editor in Chief Sam Jacobs explained the significance of the list in his letter to readers: “Digital creators… have emerged to shape our culture. They are changing what we watch, how we spend our time, what we buy, and how we vote.” He emphasized that this list highlights individuals who have real-world influence—not just views and followers.

The list includes a diverse range of talent: Alex Cooper, Charli D’Amelio, Joe Rogan, Keith Lee, Alix Earle, Remi Bader, Mark Rober, and Kahlil Greene, among others. From financial literacy to food reviews, their reach is wide, and their impacts are undeniable.

TIME will celebrate the honorees at the TIME100 Creators Launch Party on July 10 in New York City, bringing together some of the biggest names in digital media for an evening of networking, recognition, and community celebration.

Presented by Ally, the TIME100 Creators list also includes insights from #paid, showing just how data-driven and community-informed this moment is.

Kai Cenat’s cover moment marks a new era: one where creators aren’t just “influencers”—they’re changemakers. And TIME just made that official.

Check out the full list here.