PEOPLE: GOLDSEA

Cortis Cultivates Global Fanbase and Conquers NBA All-Star Weekend

Just six months after debuting with lead singles “GO!” and “What You Want” Cortis has made an international splash.

SPAC King Chamath Palihapitiya Signals Comeback

The venture strategist behind the rise of Slack, Virgin Galactic and SoFi announces his return to identifying transformative startups for venture backing by his new ...

Eric Yuan’s Zoom Plans to Disrupt Again

Inspired by a long-distance romance, Eric Yuan’s vision for Zoom continues to redefine how the world connects.

IVE Releases “Bang Bang” Ahead of New Album

IVE kicks off their REVIVE+ era with the high-energy EDM single “Bang Bang” following a massive viral buildup.

The Man Who YouTubed the World

Steve Chen made video-sharing a global industry and an obsession.

How Min Kao Brought GPS Navigation to the World

A Taiwanese immigrant co-founded Garmin and led the company to become the world's leading provider of GPS navigation products.

Ju Rhyu Made Hero Cosmetics a Breakout Star

After discovering acne patches in Seoul, Ju Rhyu launched Hero Cosmetics and built it into a $630 million empire.

Eric Ly’s “Social Graph” Built LinkedIn

As the founding CTO of LinkedIn, Eric Ly transformed how 400 million professionals connect.

Li Jun Li Furthers Hollywood Ascent with Oscar-Nominated Sinners

Following her standout performances in Sinners and Alma and the Wolf, Li Jun Li prepares to join the Marvel universe alongside Nicolas Cage.

The Woman Boss Behind Buldak Spicy Noodles

Kim Jung-soo led Samyang Foods through a financial crisis in 1998 and ignited a global expansion that made the company Korea’s hottest food brand.

Shih-Ching Tsou Captures Taipei Night Market Magic on iPhone

Tsou trades the producer’s chair for the director’s lens in a vibrant Taipei-set story co-written by long-time partner Sean Baker.

Red Panda Remains the Most Iconic Halftime Act in Sports

From her 1993 Clippers debut to recent NFL appearances, Red Panda remains the most in-demand halftime performer in the world.

Ruby Ibarra Galvanizes NPR’s Tiny Desk for the Filipina Diaspora

By weaving Philippine folklore with golden-era hip-hop influences, Ruby Ibarra has moved from the biotech lab to the national spotlight as a voice for the ...

James Park Popularized Wearable Technology

James Park's Fitbit gave the world daily health tracking and shaped the modern wearables technology.

The Korean American Engineer Who Enabled the Microprocessor

Dawon Kahng figured out how to make transistors scalable and power-efficient enough to be packed into today's microprocessors by the billions.

Asian Women Dominating TikTok in 2026

From viral lip-sync moments to “minimalist” cooking techniques, these women are shaping TikTok culture every day with their impressive numbers.

Cody Hibbard Speaks Country with Blue-Collar Anthems

Following a viral run on CBS’s The Road, Cody Hibbard is set to release a new single with John Daly on January 23rd.

2 Asian Immigrants Were Behind "Alien" Fiber Optics Technology

The pioneering work of Narinder Singh Kapany and Charles Kao laid the groundwork for fiber optics technology which some believe was reverse-engineered from a UFO ...

Chloe Zhao Returns to Oscar Form with Hamnet

After making history at the 93rd Academy Awards, filmmaker Chloé Zhao is back in the Oscar race with Hamnet.

Can Patrick Soon-Shiong Turn the LA Times into a Media Hub?

The Chinese South African immigrant's early billions from selling APP Pharmaceuticals and Abraxis BioScience have been followed by struggles with money pits LA Times and ...

Bruno Mars Reclaims Throne with New Lead Single

With 16 Grammies and six Diamond singles, the Filipino American is set to cement his legacy with his highly anticipated February release of The Romantic.

Hudson Williams Is Hollywood’s Latest Power Play

Following his breakout role in the queer hockey sensation Heated Rivalry, Hudson Williams is proving that the future of Hollywood is both diverse and defiant.

The Asian CEO Who Made Design Simple

Filipino Australian Melanie Perkins’ yearbook start up became the seed of Canva, earning her a top spot on Forbes’ list of World’s Richest Self-Made Women.

The Asian American Woman Who Democratized Makeup

Toni Ko’s experience working at her parents' beauty store gave her the knowledge and confidence to create a $500 million brand that would disrupt the ...

Sailorr Blends Vietnamese Heritage with Southern Swag

Following the success of her debut mixtape, Sailorr is carving a unique lane by pairing “it-girl” style with the vulnerability of modern soul.

Garry Tan Doubles Down on Early-Stage Founders

From self-taught coder to the head of a $1 trillion portfolio, Tan is refocusing the world’s most elite accelerator on the rapid expansion of AI.

The Man Set to Take Quantum Computing Out of the Laboratory

Systems-level quantum engineer Jerry Chow leads IBM's push to turn quantum computing into products reliable enough to release into the real world.

Jonny Kim’s 8-Months in Orbit Crowns Other Triumphs

After orbiting the Earth 3,920 times, decorated Navy SEAL and Harvard MD Jonny Kim successfully concluded his mission aboard NASA Expedition 73.

12 Asian American Trial Lawyers with Great Results in 2025

From consumer class actions to epic court battles between tech giants, Asian American trial lawyers have secured some of the top verdicts and settlements during ...

Learner Tien Climbs to World No. 28 in Breakout Year

With a historic Australian Open run and over $2.5 million in career earnings, Learner Tien blends tactical brilliance with a veteran’s composure.

BINI Explodes onto the P-Pop Scene

The viral success of Talaarawan made the 8-girl-group pioneers of Modern Filipina Style.

Lana Condor Is Hollywood’s Freshest Lead

Lana Condor leveraged her breakout Netflix success into a series of diverse and compelling roles.

10 Asian Americans Pegged for Tech Breakthroughs in 2026

These brilliant innovators in the fields of biotech, AI, nuclear engineering, quantum computing and materials sciences will drive important improvements in human life.

Asian Representation on Dancing With The Stars

These Asian Americans brought talent, culture, and identity to the ballroom floor on Dancing With The Stars.

Josh Burstein talks "Hebrew-nese" identity, Dem politics, and (basically) living in space

A Chinese Jewish stand-up comedian who has worked for Barack Obama, lived on a space simulation in Hawaii, and is heavily involved in climate activism ...

Tyga’s Hip-Hop Hits Reign Over a Decade

Tyga’s prolific artistry has leveraged chart-topping albums and billion-stream singles to stay relevant in the ever-changing rap scene.

Faker Is the True King of Competitive Gaming

Lee Sang-hyeok’s record six World Championships cemented his status as the greatest League of Legends player of all time.

The Woman Who Defined Silicon Valley Tech Litigation for the 21st Century

By presiding over clashes of tech titans with dispassionate clarity Korean American Judge Lucy Koh created rules of the road for the industry.

Karun Kaushik, Age 21, Pivots to AI Compliance Platform for $300 Million Valuation

Founded by two MIT dropouts, Delve's AI agents master complex frameworks like SOC 2 and HIPAA, eliminating major bottlenecks for companies.

Feng Zhang Created the Toolbox for Today's Synthetic DNA Advances

Jurassic Park inspired young Feng Zhang to pursue molecular biology and learn how to apply CRISPR to edit the genomes and RNA of mammalian cells.

Ladies & Legends: Michelle Yeoh's Hong Kong-to-Hollywood Reinvention

Michelle Yeoh became red carpet royalty by moving forward with grit and confidence and never under-estimating her worth.

Aespa Has Exploded onto the K-Pop Universe

A string of platinum hits ignited Aespa into a global pop supernova.

Kumail Nanjiani Returns to Stand-Up Roots with Night Thoughts

After a decade of acting in projects like Silicon Valley and The Big Sick, Kumail Nanjiani is set to premiere his first stand-up special in ...

Michelle Lee Is a Pianist-Turned-90210 Surgeon

One star of E!’s Dr. 90210 tickled classical ivory worldwide decades before touching surgical scalpels.

Sundar Pichai Shows How Nice Guys Can Finish First

The CEO of Google overcame a poor background and an unimpressive early education to emerge as the man who transformed Google from a search engine ...

Grant Lee’s Gamma Hit $2.1B by Pivoting to AI

The AI-powered presentation and document platform secured a $2.1 billion valuation with a smart focus on the first 30 seconds of user experience.

Chanel’s Newest Face Was Discovered on a New York Subway

Bhavitha Mandava was a Master’s student at NYU when she was discovered on a New York subway before becoming the first Indian model to open ...

The Internet Can’t Get Enough of RayAsianBoy

From a viral clip outside of a 7-Eleven in Japan to millions of followers and the title of Best Reality Streamer, RayAsianBoy is one of ...

Thai Lee’s Organic Path to a Multi-Billion-Dollar Empire

Thai Lee grew SHI International from a small software reseller into a $16B tech powerhouse and is now spearheading innovation with a new AI focus.

How Two First-Gen College Students Rewrote the College Admissions Playbook

Hanmei Wu and Changxiao Xie turned their experiences into helping students and families navigate college admissions with personalized support and affordable guidance with Empowerly.