When it was announced that Taylor Swift had been chosen as TIME Magazine Person of the Year for 2023 it generated a range of reactions online.
Many people were thrilled to see the talented singer-songwriter being acknowledged for her influence, on music and culture.
However, there were also those who argued that MrBeast, a YouTuber was more deserving of this recognition. This has resulted in the emergence of some theories.
Did Taylor Swift Unfairly Influence the Decision?
Taylor Swift – The Eras TourWhile it is clear that nobody believes Taylor Swift orchestrated a scheme to manipulate votes fans of MrBeast and his philanthropic efforts are puzzled by TIME’s decision.
MrBeast ROBBED??? 😲‼️
Should MrBeast have won Time’s person of the year instead of Taylor Swift? Some think so! pic.twitter.com/UOVEiKZ9GT
— DramaAlert (@DramaAlert) December 6, 2023
MrBeast, known as Jimmy Donaldson in life has gained fame through his charitable work funded by his successful YouTube channels.
Throughout 2022 and 2023 he spearheaded initiatives such as the #TeamSeas campaign aimed at raising $30 million to remove 30 million pounds of trash from oceans and waterways.
Taylor Swift – The Eras TourThese tangible and measurable contributions to society have led people to believe that Donaldson would be more fitting for the title of Person of the Year.
How did Fans react to Taylor Swift winning? 
Taylor Swift – The Eras Tour
“She’s done a great job of sticking to her guns and being vocal and political in the ways that she wants to,” said Natalie Maines of The Chicks, praising Swift’s use of her platform.
However, Maines’ comments stood in stark contrast to many posts on social media platforms.
“Taylor contributes zero to society other than music. She did give all her truckers a fat bonus which was cool.
Mr beast is a content creator, but uses his influence for good and for content.
I feel he was definitely more deserving.,” one tweet read. “Absolutely. Taylor is a distraction.” Here are some more fan reactions:
Taylor Swift rigged the votes 🤦🏽♂️
— L A N D O N🇺🇸🇨🇦 (@L44D0N) December 6, 2023
Mr beast deserves that award coz he impacted the world more than Taylor.
— Blaizeman (@ManBlaize) December 6, 2023
Not sure what the criteria to win Person of the Year award is but if it’s philanthropy then why did Taylor Swift win this ? 😂
— Cory Campbell (@Cory_Campbell12) December 6, 2023
I mean… Taylor’s whole career was fraudulent since her father bought up all her records years ago.
She is an industry product and would be irrelevant without Kanye west and fabricated industry hype.
The mainstream media doesn’t like Mr Beast cause he actually helps people while…
— Yogi🧊 (@ianbitton) December 6, 2023
Its not about who did more, its about who was talked about the most 😂
— YouGottaBillieve (@ugottabillieve) December 6, 2023
While MrBeast undeniably made the world quantifiably better through his donations and drives, TIME argued Swift’s cultural presence was impossible to ignore and matched the moment.
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