If you’re oblivious to Riz Ahmed’s existence, we suggest you first head over here to find out what a gift to humanity he truly is. If you’re still unconvinced, might I suggest reading this. 

And in case you’re one of the select few who fully appreciate Riz Ahmed’s talent, we’ve got some BIG news.

Last night, while perusing various social media apps in between late night group texting, we saw Riz share this on his Instagram:

Proud,humbled, and inspired to be one of the covers for @time magazine #100mostinfluentialpeople – thanks to the editors, you guys, my friends, family, and all my amazing team for your support over the course of a rollercoaster year. I hope to earn this in the months and years to come and justify your faith in me. ????

A post shared by Riz Ahmed / Riz MC (@rizahmed) on Apr 20, 2017 at 7:40am PDT

So, as it turns out, not ONLY has he made it to the prestigious list, HE’S MADE IT TO THE COVER.

The British-Pakistani actor, rapper and activist has had the honor to be included in the list alongside some very big Hollywood names like, Ryan Reynolds and Emma Stone and musicians like, Ed Sheeran and Demi Lovato. The list also honored TV stars and comedians James Corden as well as being inclusive of world leaders like Donald Trump and Pope Francis.

SO

IT’S

Starting a boy band with my #RogueOne squad.

A post shared by Riz Ahmed / Riz MC (@rizahmed) on Dec 2, 2016 at 4:42pm PST

KINDA

SORTA

A

HUGE

FUCKING

DEAL

Suffice to say, we’ve got all this love to give and Riz is deserving of it all: