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Icons and Influencers
Who's making headlines and creating trends? Meet the social media icons and influencers who shape the world as we know it.
Daryl Hannah and her then boyfriend, the late John F. Kennedy Jr. Photos: @dhlovelife/Instagram, @JFKjr_memories/X
Fame and celebrity

What you need to know about Daryl Hannah and JFK Jr’s romance

The Blade Runner actress, now married to Neil Young, had a romance with the late JFK Jr before he eventually wed Carolyn Bessette.

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Trending in China

Taiwan singer visits over 100 mainland China cities to help farmers sell produce

Art

In conversation: Artists Michele Chu and Nicholas Wong on grief and intimacy

Fashion

JFK Jr: his story and style remembered in FX bio Love Story

Series explores the lawyer’s life and marriage, and his impeccable, understated elegance that quietly defied 90s fashion norms.

John F. Kennedy Jr always looked good – even when negotiating Manhattan’s rush hour traffic on a bike. Photo: Sygma via Getty Images
Fashion

Style according to … Paris-born, New York-based designer Joseph Altuzarra

From Rosalía on repeat, and skincare by Dr. Barbara Sturm and CeraVe, to New York hotspots, and chic hotels in Paris and Tennessee.

Israel-Gaza war

Indian author Arundhati Roy pulls out of Berlinale over jury’s Gaza comments

‘History will judge’ those in the film industry who do not speak out against the Gaza war, the Booker Prize winner says.

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TV shows and streaming video

Meet Paul Anthony Kelly, who plays John F. Kennedy Jr in Love Story

The Canadian model, appearing in his breakout role alongside Sarah Pidgeon and Naomi Watts, has been described as a John-John lookalike.

Paul Anthony Kelly reportedly beat out 1,000 other actors for the role of John F. Kennedy Jr in Love Story. Photo: @ofishalpak/Instagram
Bad Bunny

Meet Bad Bunny’s brother, Bernie Martínez Ocasio – who works as a model

Bad Bunny is making headlines for his historic Super Bowl halftime performance – his brother Bernie, decked in H&M, was there to support him.

Dior

Style shoot: Jonathan Anderson’s first womenswear collection for Dior

The Northern Irish designer’s debut for the maison brought a soft colour palette and reinterpreted the maison’s codes with characteristic whimsy.

Hong Kong

How Style by SCMP celebrated 20 years with Hong Kong’s top tastemakers

Vivienne Tam, Kevin Poon, Elva Ni, Grace Chan and other Hong Kong stars gathered at Grand Majestic Sichuan to celebrate 20 years of Style.

Rosemary Vandenbroucke, Janet Ma, Gaile, Angie Ng, Kathy Chow and Ana Rivera at Style by SCMP’s 20th anniversary party in Hong Kong, on February 11. Photo: Style by SCMP
Trending in China

China buzzes as Quan Hongchan named Sports Person of the Year, makes magazine debut

Nation’s Olympic diving darling marks her move into adulthood by showcasing photographs which cast her in a new light.

The Chinese internet is buzzing with excitement over Quan Hongchan being named Sports Person of the Year and featuring on a magazine cover with other Chinese stars and celebrities. Photo: SCMP composite/Weibo/Xinhua
Interview

In conversation: Hong Kong creative duo Offgod:Tate, aka Tate and Andrew Mok

The Hong Kong-born, Gen Z brothers talk about collaborating with Adidas, and meeting their heroes Pharrell Williams and Takashi Murakami.

2026 Olympic Winter Games

Meet Alex Hall, Team USA freestyle skier at the 2026 Winter Olympics

The Switzerland-raised gold medallist, who’s in a long-term relationship with a fellow skier, says he’s prioritising fun over defending his title.

Trending in China

China official dies after horse riding accident filming publicity clip for local agriculture

Trend-setting woman nicknamed the ‘most valiant culture and tourism director’ inspired others to follow in her footsteps.

A Chinese government official and influencer has died from injuries suffered in a horse riding accident while filming promotional content for local agriculture. Photo: SCMP composite/RedNote
Music

Meet Young Miko, who was in Bad Bunny’s set at the Super Bowl halftime show

The lesbian Puerto Rican rising star, who released her debut album Att. in 2024, is a former footballer who got her musical start on SoundCloud.

Puerto Rican rapper and singer-songwriter Young Miko has been called the female Bad Bunny. Photo: @itsyoungmiko/Instagram
Wellness

He is 83 and has ‘a bad heart’. Why he spends 5 hours a day exercising

Former oldest American Ninja Warrior competitor Charles Mammay reveals how he stays so fit and strong at 83 and his advice for others.

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Music

Britney Spears sells rights to her music catalogue in reported deal

The 44-year-old pop icon joins a growing list of artists who have sold their music rights in recent years.

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Celebrity style

How celebrities are repurposing their engagement rings as divorce bling

From Emily Ratajkowski’s repurposed rings to Rachel Zoe’s diamonds, celebrities are redefining break-up jewellery trends.

Model Emily Ratajkowski led the recent trend in divorce rings. Photo: @emrata/Instagram
Fashion

In conversation: Bohan Qiu and Ian Hylton on Chinese luxury fashion

Hylton is known for his eponymous label as well as his work on the brand Ms Min, while Qiu is the founder of Shanghai PR agency Boh Project.

Trending in China

Assistant of successful China influencer steals identities, earns US$158,000 in tips

Identity thief steals fashion content creator’s photographs; wears her pyjamas, stockings to stage lucrative live-streaming sessions.

Trending in China

How group live-streaming thrives in China, reshapes global industry dynamics

With online viewers in command, multi-person entertainment model is taking industry by storm; some stars earn US$390,000 in just one night.

The landscape of live-streaming is evolving, particularly with group live-streaming sessions in China, which typically feature five online idols performing sexy dances. Photo: SCMP composite/RedNote
Trending in China

Silver surfers: how China ‘granfluencers’ steal spotlight, taking over social media

Some firms managing granfluencers exploit young people’s compassion by scheduling late-night live-streams for seniors to encourage tipping.

China is experiencing a surge in “granfluencers,” senior social media creators, driven by a significant rise in internet use among the elderly, aged 60 and older. Photo: SCMP composite/RedNote
Fashion

How Moncler’s Remo Ruffini transformed the brand into a luxury powerhouse

Known for its A-list collaborations, the brand has worked with everyone from A$AP Rocky and Pharrell Williams, to Jonathan Anderson and Rick Owens.

The Philippines

Her husband was linked to Philippine flood scandal. Now she returns to limelight

Evangelista’s husband, ex-senate president Francis Escudero, is accused of receiving US$2.7 million in kickbacks from flood control projects.

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Celebrity style

How to Style like Hollywood’s best hairstylists and make-up artists

These hairstylists and make-up artists to the stars work with the likes of the Kardashians, Hailey Bieber, Beyoncé and J.Lo.

Take some style cues from hairstylists and make-up artists to the stars, Sir John, Jen Atkin, Chris Appleton and Mary Phillips. Photos: Getty Images, FilmMagic
Trending in China

China celebrity known for photo of chubby face, scornful looks is unemployed

Short-lived online sensation who spawned internet memes including the Mona Lisa, Marilyn Monroe reveals his life out of the spotlight.

Two decades ago, a Shanghai teenager became famous for a photograph of his chubby face and disdainful expression, marking him as a first-generation celebrity. Photo: SCMP composite/Baidu
Trending in China

China retail chain boss rescues man by pulling car from freezing river, earning high praise

Despite numerous health problems, 60-year-old entrepreneur ventures into icy water to pull stricken vehicle and its owner to safety.

High Jewellery

Jewellery for Gen Z: younger buyers want bold, artistic pieces that tell a story

From Chopard’s dancing diamonds to Van Cleef & Arpels’ musical watches, storytelling jewels paved the way for creations by Feng J and Austy Lee.

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