Jesus Christ
Jesus Christ was born in Bethlehem, in the region historically known as Palestine. He was born to Mary, and the Bible says, "she was found with child of the Holy Ghost" (Matthew 1:18). He was both man and God (John 20:28). According to the Bible, He is God alone (Deuteronomy 6:4)... read more I can easily believe that Jesus Christ is at the top of this list. He did create all of us. Whether or not you choose to believe it, it is still true.
His teachings have lasted since the dawn of time (aka the Seven Days of Creation) and are still huge in the world today.
Oh, and please don't give this a thumbs down. After all, it is only an opinion. A pretty valid opinion at that. And, of course, this did take me a solid five minutes to type.
Lastly, what the heck? I don't even have an account, so what is there to lose? Goodbye everyone! I'll remember you all in therapy!
Winston Churchill
Sir Winston Leonard Spencer‑Churchill was a British statesman who led the United Kingdom as Prime Minister from 1940 to 1945 and again from 1951 to 1955. He is renowned for his leadership during World War II and his stirring wartime speeches. Churchill also had a distinguished early career as a British... read more I really admire this gentleman. His "Keep Calm and Carry On" speeches helped lift a whole nation's spirits through one of the toughest times in British history.
He also had a fantastic sense of humor!
I have a book of his quotes. They never fail to inspire and amuse.
He was widely known for his charisma.
John Lennon
John Winston Ono Lennon, MBE (born John Winston Lennon; 9 October 1940 - 8 December 1980), was an English singer, songwriter, musician, and political activist. He rose to worldwide fame as the co-founder, co-lead vocalist, and rhythm guitarist of the Beatles, the most commercially successful band in... read more He was wise beyond his years, talented, and so charismatic in his ability to communicate his ardent desire for peace and equality for all!
The most brilliant, talented, kind, compassionate, well-spoken, and outspoken for the underdog and for equality and all humanity!
I don't agree with everything he said and did, but he stood up for his beliefs. I admire him for that.
Richard Feynman
Richard Phillips Feynman (May 11, 1918 - February 15, 1988) was an American theoretical physicist known for the path integral formulation of quantum mechanics and quantum electrodynamics. He shared the 1965 Nobel Prize in Physics for his work on QED... read more Wow, I was not expecting Richard Feynman to be this high on any list on TheTopTens. Anyway, I'm glad that he has at least some notability here and do agree that he was quite charismatic.
Feynman had very charismatic ways of explaining physics. I would have loved to have seen it in action.
Oscar Wilde
Oscar Fingal O'Flahertie Wills Wilde (16 October 1854 - 30 November 1900) was an Irish playwright, novelist, essayist, and poet.
After writing in various forms throughout the 1880s, he became one of London's most popular playwrights in the early 1890s. He is remembered for his epigrams, his novel... read more Completely agree with whoever added this. Thank you!
Albert Einstein
Albert Einstein (14 March 1879 - 18 April 1955) was a German-born theoretical physicist, widely acknowledged to be one of the greatest and most influential physicists of all time. Einstein is best known for developing the theory of relativity, but he also made important contributions to the development... read more Brains and intrigue, a winning formula for global success, without the mass casualties of some people on this list.
Elizabeth II
Elizabeth II (Elizabeth Alexandra Mary. 21 April 1926 - 8 September 2022) was Queen of the United Kingdom and 14 other Commonwealth realms from 6 February 1952 until her death in 2022. She was born in Mayfair, London, as the first child of the Duke and Duchess of York, who later became King George VI... read more Close to becoming the longest-reigning monarch in British history, Her Majesty is a true example of grace.
Adolf Hitler
Adolf Hitler (April 20, 1889 - April 30, 1945) was a German politician of Austrian descent who served as the leader of the Nazi Party since 1921, Chancellor of Germany since 1933, and Führer of Nazi Germany since 1934. As dictator of Nazi Germany, he reversed the Treaty of Versailles, initiated World... read more Adolf Hitler was a true master of manipulation. Always "a man of the people," he turned his allies into his subordinates and rose through the ranks of Germany much faster than any politician of his time.
His charisma seduced his entire country into believing that starting a genocide against the innocent Jews was for the greater good. Personally, I think every charismatic dictator deserves to be on this list.
He convinced an entire nation to drop logic and jump on an emotional, scapegoating bandwagon. Not that he didn't use force, too, but even getting the ball rolling must have required some incredibly charismatic oration and manipulation.
K.S. Chithra
Krishnan Nair Shantakumari Chithra, often credited as K. S. Chithra or simply Chithra, is an Indian playback singer from Kerala. She also sings Indian classical, devotional, and popular music. A magical singer. Simply unparalleled. The most charismatic idol to ever be born.
Completely agree with whoever added this. Thank you!
Stephen Fry
Stephen John Fry (born 24 August 1957) is an English comedian, actor, writer, presenter and activist. After a troubled adolescence during which he was expelled from two schools and at age 18 was convicted of credit-card fraud, serving several weeks in prison, he secured a place at Queens' College, Cambridge,... read more
The Newcomers
? Yasutaka Nakata
Yasutaka Nakata (中田ヤスタカ, born February 6, 1980) is a music producer and DJ. He is a member of CAPSULE and produces music for Perfume and Kyary Pamyu Pamyu... read more
? Bing Crosby
Harry Lillis "Bing" Crosby, Jr. was an American singer and actor. Crosby's trademark warm bass-baritone voice made him one of the most popular recording artists of the pre-rock and roll era. He was also a major film star and won an Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in "Going My Way" (1944).
The Contenders
Rowan Atkinson
Rowan Sebastian Atkinson, is an English actor, comedian, and screenwriter best known for his work on the sitcoms Blackadder and Mr. Bean.
Madonna
Madonna Louise Ciccone, known professionally as Madonna, is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and businesswoman. She has influenced many artists, including Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez, Rihanna, Beyoncé Knowles, and Britney Spears. Often referred to as the "Queen of Pop," she has played a significant... read more
Thomas Edison
Thomas Alva Edison (February 11, 1847 - October 18, 1931) was an American inventor and businessman often called America's greatest inventor. He held over 1,000 U.S. patents, including for the phonograph (1877), the incandescent light bulb (improvements, 1879), and the motion picture camera (1891)... read more "I haven't failed. I've just found ten thousand ways that won't work!"
Elvis Presley
Elvis Aaron Presley was an American singer and actor, widely dubbed the "King of Rock and Roll" and regarded as a pivotal cultural icon of the 20th century. His energetic musical interpretation and provocative performance style, bridging racial music traditions in a shifting era, both fueled his fame... read more Hilarious that this man is rated lower than most of the people on top of the list.
His charisma was so extreme that people were in awe of him just by being in the same room as him. Big Hollywood stars were starstruck.
He could get a crowd going wherever he was.
Most charismatic idol to ever be born.
Paul the Apostle
Paul the Apostle, commonly known as Saint Paul and also by his native name Saul of Tarsus, was an apostle who taught the gospel of Christ to the 1st-century world. He is considered one of the most important figures in the spread of Christianity. Paul's epistles make up a significant portion of the New... read more He was a great teacher, and his epistles are some of the greatest works ever written.
Vera Lynn
Tom Lehrer
Thomas Andrew Lehrer (born April 9, 1928) is an American musician, singer-songwriter, satirist, and mathematician who later taught mathematics and musical theater... read more
Tina Turner
Tina Turner, née Anna Mae Bullock, was a singer, dancer, actress, and author, whose career spanned more than half a century, earning her widespread recognition and numerous awards. She was known as the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll. Turner sold over 100 million records worldwide and won eight Grammy Awards... read more
David Bowie
David Robert Jones, known professionally as David Bowie (January 8, 1947 - January 10, 2016), was an English singer born in London, the son of a sales promotion officer and a housewife... read more
Freddie Mercury
Freddie Mercury was a Zanzibari‑born British singer of Indian descent, songwriter, and record producer, best known as the lead vocalist and lyricist of the rock band Queen. He achieved fame for his flamboyant stage persona and remarkable four-octave vocal range... read more How can you not love Freddie? At a concert, he had thousands of people in the palm of his hand, and if he told them to sing, they would. On the inside, he was such a nice, caring, and loving person.
Everyone who came to know him has said he was attentive, lovable, and had a presence wherever he was.
No one and nobody was more charismatic and charming than Freddie Mercury.
Ronnie James Dio
Ronnie James Dio (born Ronald James Padavona. July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010) was an American heavy metal singer, songwriter, and musician. He led and performed with several bands including Elf, Rainbow, Black Sabbath, Dio, and Heaven & Hell... read more He truly made his mark on rock and metal music. Honored and remembered by every metalhead alive. R.I.P. Dio.
Napoleon
Napoléon Bonaparte (August 15, 1769 - May 5, 1821) was a French military and political leader who rose to prominence during the French Revolution. He became Emperor of the French in 1804 and led successive military campaigns across Europe. His Napoleonic Code and administrative reforms continue to... read more Napoleon, where do I start?
His charisma was so strong that even his opposing enemies were enamored by his greatness. His soldiers feared his rebuttals and tantrums, but they loved him and would gladly die for him.
Even General Vandamme (yes, that is his name, look him up), a fearless general like Ney, was never given a marshal's baton. He once stated:
"Even I, who don't fear anything, not even the devil himself, shake at his presence."
He was so smart and quiet that it got people interested.
Judy Garland
Judy Garland, born Frances Ethel Gumm (June 10, 1922 – June 22, 1969) was an American singer, actress, and vaudevillian. The American Film Institute named her 8th greatest female star of classic American cinema. She's also the mother of actress and singer Liza Minnelli.
Dwayne Johnson
Dwayne Douglas Johnson (born May 2, 1972), also known by his ring name The Rock, is an American actor, producer, and semi-retired professional wrestler. He gained fame in WWE during the late 1990s and early 2000s before transitioning to a successful Hollywood career, starring in films such as The Fast... read more Can you smell what The Rock is cooking?
John Cleese
John Marwood Cleese is an English actor, voice actor, comedian, screenwriter, and producer. He achieved success at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and as a scriptwriter and performer on The Frost Report.