Cristiano Ronaldo has achieved an extraordinary milestone by surpassing 1 billion total followers across his various social media accounts, making him the first individual to reach this remarkable figure.
This total is calculated by combining his followers across platforms including Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Chinese social media sites Weibo and Kuaishou. It’s important to note that the number does not represent one billion unique individuals, as many users follow him on multiple platforms, and some accounts may be fake or bots.
Social media expert Paolo Pescatore from PP Foresight described this achievement as a “staggering number” that media outlets and brands will closely monitor. “What an achievement! It further underlines the fundamental shift taking place in media,” he told the BBC. He emphasized the potential to reach new, younger audiences through technology.
While Ronaldo is known for his on-field rivalry with Argentinian star Lionel Messi, he clearly leads in the social media arena, with Messi trailing far behind at 623 million followers.
Other celebrities with significant social media followings include:
- Selena Gomez: 690 million followers
- Justin Bieber: 607 million followers
- Taylor Swift: 574 million followers
- Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson: 557 million followers
- Kylie Jenner: 551 million followers
- Ariana Grande: 508 million followers
MrBeast, the top YouTuber, has 543 million total followers, while WWE, despite its extensive social media presence, has only reached 268 million combined followers.
Ronaldo’s recent surge in followers can be attributed to his decision to join YouTube last month, where his channel gained 50 million subscribers in just one week. The content primarily features conversations between Ronaldo, his wife Georgina RodrÃguez, and former Manchester United teammate Rio Ferdinand. He announced this achievement through a post shared across his various social media platforms.
Ronaldo has a history of breaking records in his career, including being the top scorer in UEFA Champions League history, holding the most goals in the European Championship, and making the most international appearances. Just last week, he became the first footballer to score 900 top-level career goals.
Despite his impressive social media presence, Ronaldo still has room for growth, as he is not yet active on platforms like TikTok or Threads. This expanding reach is likely to contribute to another area where he excels: earnings. According to Forbes, his total earnings now stand at $260 million, the highest of any athlete.
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