Yue-Sai Kan

Yue-Sai Kan is an Emmy-winning television host, producer, entrepreneur, bestselling author, and humanitarian. Named “the most famous woman in China” by People and “the Queen of the Middle Kingdom” by Time, she has played a pioneering role in bridging East and West. In 1972, she created Looking East, the first U.S. television series to showcase Asian cultures. Her landmark 1986 series One World aired on China’s CCTV, reaching over 400 million viewers weekly and making her one of the most recognized figures in China. In 1992, she founded Yue Sai Cosmetics, which became one of China’s leading beauty brands and was later acquired by L’Oréal. She has authored 11 bestselling books and is the only living American to appear twice on Chinese government-issued postage stamps. In 2026, Yue-Sai was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. Her philanthropic work has raised millions for cleft palate surgeries, education, and cultural initiatives. She serves as Co-Chair of China Institute of America and Founder of the One World Foundation, while holding board roles with leading global organizations. In 2022, she was invested as a Dame of Malta, and Harvard University acquired her archives, recognizing her legacy in cross-cultural leadership.