Cristiano Ronaldo Hits 1 Billion Social Media Followers

Cristiano Ronaldo has achieved a monumental milestone by becoming one of the first individuals to surpass one billion followers across all social media platforms. The football icon celebrated this achievement on September 12th, 2024, showcasing the massive scale of his online presence.

In his celebratory post, Ronaldo expressed his gratitude to his followers, saying, “We’ve made history — 1 BILLION followers! This is more than just a number – it’s a testament to our shared passion, drive, and love for the game and beyond.” He highlighted the journey from his beginnings in Madeira to global stardom, attributing his success to the support of his fans.

Ronaldo’s social media following is spread across several platforms, with Instagram being the largest by a significant margin, boasting over 638 million followers. Facebook is his second most-followed platform, with 170 million followers, while his X (formerly Twitter) account has 113 million followers. Additionally, he maintains strong presences on Chinese platforms Weibo and Kuaishou, each with nearly 10 million followers.

The milestone follows Ronaldo's recent entry into YouTube, where he joined on August 21, 2024. The footballer’s channel has quickly gained traction, amassing over 60 million subscribers. Ronaldo has expressed his intention to surpass MrBeast’s subscriber count in the future, though he currently remains about 240 million subscribers short.

This achievement underscores Ronaldo's unparalleled influence and reach across the digital landscape, marking a significant moment in his storied career.