--- title: A'ja Wilson Is on the 2024 TIME100 List description: Find out why A'ja Wilson is one of the 100 most influential people of 2024. canonical: https://time.com/collections/100-most-influential-people-2024/6964783/aja-wilson-2/ article:content_tier: free article:published_time: 2024-04-17T11:02:47.000Z article:modified_time: 2026-01-07T07:33:58.000Z og:title: A'ja Wilson: The 100 Most Influential People of 2024 og:description: Find out why A'ja Wilson is on this year’s list og:url: https://time.com/collections/100-most-influential-people-2024/6964783/aja-wilson-2/ og:site_name: TIME og:image: https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/blt626cefaba0e8769c/698a558947ca3873443bd64b/time-100-2024-aja-wilson.jpg?branch=production&width=3840&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=16:9 og:image:width: 1200 og:image:height: 675 og:image:alt: A'ja Wilson: The 100 Most Influential People of 2024 og:type: article twitter:card: summary_large_image twitter:title: A'ja Wilson: The 100 Most Influential People of 2024 twitter:description: Find out why A'ja Wilson is on this year’s list twitter:image: https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/blt626cefaba0e8769c/698a558947ca3873443bd64b/time-100-2024-aja-wilson.jpg?branch=production&width=3840&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=16:9 --- Updated: Jan 07, 2026Published: Apr 17, 2024 # A'ja Wilson > Sponsored content. 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Terms and conditions apply. * Savings buckets are a feature of Ally Bank's Savings Account. * No ATM fees from Ally Bank at Allpoint and Moneypass ATMs plus we reimburse for fees charged by other ATM owners nationwide up to $10 per statement cycle. * Early direct deposit offers eligible direct deposits up to two days sooner. * Spending buckets are a feature of Ally Bank's Spending Account. ## Video: See Everyone on the TIME100 2024 list [Watch (HLS stream): See Everyone on the TIME100 2024 list](https://cdn.jwplayer.com/manifests/73p9kgIN.m3u8) (1:59)  _Published 2024-04-17_ by Tom Brady  Chicago, USA, August 24, 2023: A'ja Wilson (22 Las Vegas Aces) attempts a layup during the game between the Chicago Sky and Las Vegas Aces on Thursday August 24, 2023 at Wintrust Arena, Chicago, USA. (NO COMMERCIAL USAGE) (Shaina Benhiyoun/SPP) Chicago, USA, August 24, 2023: A'ja Wilson (22 Las Vegas Aces) attempts a layup during the game between the Chicago Sky and Las Vegas Aces on Thursday August 24, 2023 at Wintrust Arena, Chicago, USA. (NO COMMERCIAL USAGE) (Shaina Benhiyoun/SPP)Shaina Benhiyoun—SPP/Reuters A’ja Wilson is not just an incredible athlete, she is also an inspiration to all who witness her talent and drive. Her journey is a testament to the power of passion and fearlessness in achieving greatness. A’ja possesses a unique combination of natural skill and unwavering determination. This rare blend has propelled her to achieve remarkable feats in her career. With two [WNBA](https://time.com/5784066/enes-kanter-wnba-pay-equality/) championships with the Las Vegas Aces, two WNBA MVP awards, a WNBA Finals MVP award, an NCAA title at the University of South Carolina, and even an Olympic gold medal, A’ja is undeniably a generational talent. Off the court, A’ja’s leadership shines just as brightly. Her foundation supports children and families who struggle with dyslexia, a cause close to her heart. A’ja is also an advocate against bullying, using her platform to spread awareness and promote kindness. She’s a role model for athletes and individuals of all ages around the world. A’ja’s determination and drive for excellence are the forces behind her team’s consistent victories. Her championship mentality not only secures her place in sports history but also cements her legacy of greatness that extends far beyond the realm of sports. And the best part is, she’s just getting started. She continues to push boundaries and inspire others with her remarkable journey. A’ja Wilson is not just a champion; she is a symbol of resilience, compassion, and unwavering dedication. Her story is a reminder that with passion and fearlessness, anyone can achieve greatness. I know she has so much more she wants to achieve ... and I get to be in a front-row seat watching and admiring! **Correction, April 18** _The original version of this story misstated the number of WNBA MVP awards A'ja Wilson has won. It is two WNBA MVP awards and one WNBA Finals MVP award, not three WNBA MVP awards._ _Brady is a seven-time NFL champion and part owner of the Las Vegas Aces_ _Order your copy of the 2024 TIME100 issue_ [_here_](https://magazineshop.us/TIME%5F100) ```json [{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"Article","@id":"https://time.com/collections/100-most-influential-people-2024/6964783/aja-wilson-2/","mainEntityOfPage":{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https://time.com/collections/100-most-influential-people-2024/6964783/aja-wilson-2/"},"headline":"A'ja Wilson","datePublished":"2024-04-17T11:02:47.000Z","dateModified":"2026-01-07T07:33:58.000Z","description":"","url":"https://time.com/collections/100-most-influential-people-2024/6964783/aja-wilson-2/","keywords":["TIME100","franchise","Magazine","Special Project","sponsorshipblock","Accolades","2024TIME100","T100Titans2024"],"thumbnailUrl":"https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/blt626cefaba0e8769c/698a558947ca3873443bd64b/time-100-2024-aja-wilson.jpg?branch=production&width=1200&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=1200:675&height=675","author":[],"creator":"Time","articleSection":"","image":[{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/blt626cefaba0e8769c/698a558947ca3873443bd64b/time-100-2024-aja-wilson.jpg?branch=production&width=1200&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=1200:675&height=675","width":1200,"height":675}],"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Time","url":"https://time.com/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https://time.com/images/logo.png","width":528,"height":156},"foundingDate":"March 3, 1923","sameAs":["https://www.facebook.com/time","https://www.instagram.com/time/?hl=en","https://twitter.com/time","https://www.pinterest.com/timemagazine"]}},{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"item":{"@id":"https://time.com/collections/100-most-influential-people-2024/6964783/aja-wilson-2/","name":"A'ja Wilson"}}]},{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"VideoObject","name":"See Everyone on the TIME100 2024 list","description":"","thumbnailUrl":"https://cdn.jwplayer.com/v2/media/73p9kgIN/poster.jpg?width=720","uploadDate":"2024-04-17T11:00:00.000Z","contentUrl":"https://cdn.jwplayer.com/manifests/73p9kgIN.m3u8","embedUrl":"https://time.com/collections/100-most-influential-people-2024/6964783/aja-wilson-2/","duration":"PT1M59S","potentialAction":{"@type":"SeekToAction","target":"https://time.com/collections/100-most-influential-people-2024/6964783/aja-wilson-2/?jw_start={seek_to_second_number}","startOffset-input":"required name=seek_to_second_number"}}] ```