PEOPLE: GOLDSEA

Kehlani’s Grammy Wins Honor the Modern R&B Icon

From America’s Got Talent to a Grammy-winning artist, Kehlani has shaped today’s R&B.

Sau Lee Gives Traditional Chinese Styles a Modern Fashion Edge

Chinese American Cheryl Leung wanted to blend her cultural heritage with modern styles to create a distinctive runway hit.

Humphrey Yang Simplifies Wealth Building for the TikTok Generation

From viral rice grain comparisons to major institutional partnerships, the Bay Area native is transforming how a new generation approaches personal finance and investing.

How Charles and Sara Liang Survived One Scandal After Another to Build a $20-Billion AI Giant

A mom-and-pop computer motherboard vendor has evolved into a leader in the booming AI data-center space without help from hyperscalers.

Steven Yeun Sets Gold Standard with Streaming Projects on Netflix and Amazon

From his breakout on The Walking Dead to making Oscars history with Minari, the Korean American actor has redefined the modern leading man.

Jeanne Grey Was An Influencer Before They Existed

The foundations of GreyLayers were laid back in early blogging days, positioned Grey as one of the most influential voices in digital fashion.

Steven Cheung Is Trump’s Media Sumo Wrestler

The California-raised son of Chinese immigrants is shattering Asian American stereotypes as the most combative White House Communications Director ever.

Did Krishnamoorthi Lose Huge Lead to Identity or Stratton's Rousing 'F*** Trump' Message?

Once widely considered the frontrunner, IL Rep. Raja Krishnamorthi, an Indian American, lost to Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton on Tuesday.

Edwin Chen’s Surge AI Helps Tech Giants Pursue AGI

With a $30 billion valuation—75% owned by Chen—the high-precision labeling firm is positioned as foundational infrastructure for giants like Meta, Microsoft, and Anthropic.

Anthony Youn Is America’s Holistic Plastic Surgeon

The Michigan-based Asian American plastic surgeon has built a massive online following, educating millions around the world about cosmetic procedures and the science behind beauty.

How Maggie Kang Created a Global Media Phenomenon

Kpop Demon Hunters overlayed K-pop onto a Korean supernatural tradition to create an animated musical that shattered Netflix records and became an awards season juggernaut.

Asian Chefs Are Dominating LA’s Michelin Guide

Los Angeles’ fine dining scene is being redefined by Asian chefs who are blending culture with Michelin-star experiences.

Joji Broke the Internet and Healed It with Lo-Fi

Once known for his viral antics, Joji has transformed into an R&B hitmaker with four Top 5 albums.

Beong-Soo Kim’s Bold Roadmap for USC

The first Asian American president of USC has unveiled an ambitious vision for the university centered on life-saving research and a "PICOF" framework for integrity.

Cocokind’s Transparent Beauty Inspired by Founder's Personal Skincare

Priscilla Tsai turned her personal frustrations into a plant-based company that would help consumers feel more confident in their skin.

Fung Brothers Got Laughs Portraying Awkward Moments in Asian American Life

Brothers Andrew and David Fung won YouTube fans by depicting the most awkward moments in Asian American life.

Autumn Durald Arkapaw Makes Oscars History with Sinners

With Sinners earning a record-breaking 16 Academy Award nods, Autumn Durald Arkapaw could become the first woman to win Best Cinematography.

Mayor Mamdani Meets Sky High Expectations

Just two months into his administration, the NY Mayor s succeeding by nearly every metric—with no signs of slowing down.

Larry Liu Delivered North America’s #1 Asian Grocery App

Spotting an underserved market, Larry Liu turned Weee! into a $4.1 billion Asian grocery platform serving millions across the nation.

Supriya Ganesh Swaps Medical School for Medical Drama

Following a Golden Globe award, The Pitt and star Supriya Ganesh are now the frontrunners for an ensemble win at the Actor Awards.

Eileen Gu’s Gold Medal Gauntlet

Between record-breaking gold medals and luxury fashion deals, Eileen Gu navigates the complex intersection of geopolitics, capitalism and cultural identity.

How the US Gifted China with Its Top Rocket Scientist

Without the Red Scare and ensuing witch hunt, Qian Xuesen would have continued providing brilliant leadership to the US space program instead of laying the ...

Asian American Innovators Are Building Hollywood’s Virtual Future

From virtual sets to AI-native studios, these Asian American executives are the architects of the next era of filmmaking.

Kenneth Lin Made Financial Clarity Free

A Chinese American entrepreneur built Credit Karma to help transform the way millions of people access and understand their credit.

Lee Byung-hun’s Global Reign from Seoul to Streaming Star

With a recent milestone nomination and a lead role in the Squid Game saga, Lee Byung-hun continues to redefine what it means to be a ...

Poppy Liu Steps Into Hollywood’s Spotlight

The Chinese American actress grows her stature with breakout roles in HBO’s Hacks and Netflix’s His & Hers.

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.

Ladies & Legends: Andrea Jung, Fortune 500 CEO

Andrea Jung is one of the first women to become the CEO of the Fortune 500 company. Her leadership style is polished, precise, and female-forward.

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.

Kal Penn Talks Roles Good, Bad and Hard

In Part 1 of an exclusive Goldsea interview the Harold and Kumar star discusses his most challenging roles and one he'd give a hard pass ...

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.