'Taiwan's Yua Mikami' Nominated for Global Beauty Ranking
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Taiwanese celebrity Lin Yun-chi, known as 'Taiwan's Yua Mikami,' has been nominated for TC Candler's 'The 100 Most Beautiful Faces 2026'.
- She joins other notable nominees including K-pop stars Lisa of BLACKPINK, Taeyeon of Girls' Generation, and ITZY's Ryujin, as well as Hollywood actress Zendaya.
- Lin Yun-chi, popular on variety shows and social media, previously released a photobook and digital works, with a new collaborative photobook also available.
Taiwanese personality Lin Yun-chi, often dubbed 'Taiwan's Yua Mikami,' has earned a nomination for TC Candler's prestigious 'The 100 Most Beautiful Faces 2026' list. This marks her first international recognition in a beauty ranking, highlighting her growing prominence.
Lin Yun-chi, who boasts over 1.15 million Instagram followers, is a familiar face on Taiwanese variety programs. Her sweet appearance and striking figure have garnered significant attention. She has also ventured into the entertainment industry beyond television, releasing a photobook in 2019 and subsequent digital works.
The competition for the '100 Most Beautiful Faces' is fierce this year, featuring a global lineup of renowned artists. Among the nominees are BLACKPINK's Lisa, ITZY's Ryujin, Girls' Generation's Taeyeon, and Hollywood star Zendaya. The final list, to be revealed later, promises a tough contest for the coveted title.
Taiwan is also represented by other popular figures, including TWICE member Tzuyu and (G)I-dle's Shuhua, who have also been nominated. Lin Yun-chi recently collaborated with fellow personalities Zizi and Yuan Yuan on a photobook titled 'Triple Heartbeat,' which has already seen strong demand from fans.
Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.