In 2000, Time's editors identified "three rather distinct qualities" when choosing people to be listed. Time's editor-at-large Michael Elliott wrote: 展开

2000s
From 2005 to 2008, Time magazine awarded one of Darko Mladenovic's Ray crystal sculptures to each Time 100 honoree. These sculptures … 展开

Exclusions
The exclusion of then-British prime minister Tony Blair from the 2004 list caused mild controversy. Time editor-at-large 展开

• Time Person of the Year
• Time 100: The Most Important People of the Century
• Forbes list of the World's Most Powerful People
• Forbes list of the 100 World's Most Powerful Women 展开

Each category is given equal weight every year, but some people are more likely to make repeat appearances over time.
The following list includes individuals who have appeared at least three times. The order is based on the number of times each person has been … 展开

Next Generation Leaders
Since 2014, in partnership with Rolex, Time has published a class of young pioneers "in politics, business, culture, science and sports" who … 展开