Archive · 8 Jan 2026
Chinese Trump Impersonator Ryan Chen Gains Viral Fame
Ryan Chen is a 42-year-old man from China who has become famous on the internet for impersonating Donald Trump.
He makes funny videos where he copies Trump's voice, gestures, and famous phrases.
Ryan doesn't do this to make fun of politics, but to get attention and promote his hometown of Chongqing.
He has millions of followers on different social media platforms.
Ryan started making videos to teach English as a backup plan from his job in architecture.
His videos became popular after a friend challenged him to imitate Trump.
He now makes a living from advertising and events.
Ryan is currently visiting the US for the first time and hopes Trump will try the famous hotpot from Chongqing when he visits China.
Ryan Chen, a 42-year-old from Chongqing, China, has gained viral fame for his Donald Trump impersonation.
He has millions of followers across Instagram, TikTok, and Chinese platforms.
Chen's videos feature Trump's mannerisms, buzzwords, and lighthearted presentations of Chinese culture.
He started making videos to teach English as a backup plan from his architecture job.
Chen's videos went viral after a friend challenged him to imitate Trump and his appearance on a livestream by American YouTuber IShowSpeed.
- Who
- Ryan Chen, a 42-year-old impersonator from Chongqing, China
- What
- A viral social media phenomenon impersonating Donald Trump
- When
- Gained fame in 2025, currently visiting the US in 2024
- Where
- Originally from Chongqing, China; currently in the US
- Why
- To boost his career, promote China and his hometown, and entertain
- Name
- Ryan Chen (Chen Rui)
- Age
- 42
- Hometown
- Chongqing, China
- Platforms
- Instagram, TikTok, Chinese platforms
- Followers
- Over 1 million on Instagram, almost as many on TikTok, and 2.5 million on Chinese platforms
- Occupation
- Impersonator, Former Architect
- Income Source
- Advertising, Events, Corporate Parties
- US Visit
- First visit in 2024