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Viral Chinese Trump Impersonator Ryan Chen Makes First U.S. Visit

He monetizes lighthearted, nonpolitical sketches that showcase Chongqing to global audiences.

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Overview

  • He obtained a U.S. visa and is now visiting the country for the first time.
  • The 42-year-old from Chongqing has built a global audience by mimicking the president’s voice, gestures and catchphrases in English-language sketches.
  • His following tops a million on Instagram, approaches that on TikTok, and exceeds 2.5 million on Chinese platforms.
  • He shifted from architecture and surged in 2025, with an April appearance on IShowSpeed’s livestream amplifying his visibility.
  • He earns income from ads, promotions, events and corporate parties, and he invited Trump to try Chongqing hotpot with reports that the president will visit China this year.