Rutger C. Bregman (born 26 April 1988) is a Dutch popular historian and author known for his works on history, philosophy, and economics. Among his most notable publications is Utopia for Realists: How We Can Build the Ideal World, which has achieved global recognition with translations in thirty-two languages.

His writings and ideas have attracted international attention, featuring in renowned media platforms like The Washington Post, The Guardian, and the BBC. Bregman has also gained a reputation for his thought-provoking perspectives on society and economics, earning him the title of "Dutch wunderkind of new ideas" by The Guardian and "one of Europe's most prominent young thinkers" by TED Talks.

One of his seminal TED Talks, titled "Poverty Isn't a Lack of Character; It's a Lack of Cash", has received critical acclaim and was selected by TED curator Chris Anderson as one of the highlights of the year 2017.