Lin Mingmei

Lin Mingmei is a fictional character who was first introduced as a 'virtual idol' in the 1982 Japanese animated series 'Macross.' She is often cited as one of the earliest examples of a virtual singer, serving as an inspiration for the development of virtual characters in multimedia entertainment. Lin's character has been emblematic of the evolution of virtual personas in the entertainment industry, paving the way for contemporary virtual idols and digital humans that blend technology and creative expression.