Ronaldo creates history: First person to reach 1B followers
What's the story
Cristiano Ronaldo, the renowned Portuguese footballer, has made history by becoming the first individual to amass over one billion followers across various social media platforms. This achievement comes just a week after he scored his 900th career goal. Ronaldo's significant global influence is evident in his massive social media following.
Follower breakdown
Ronaldo's social media presence
Ronaldo's follower count is spread across several platforms. He has 638M followers on Instagram, 60.6M YouTube subscribers, 113M followers on X, 170M followers on Facebook, and millions more on Chinese platforms Kuaishou and Weibo. His recent venture into YouTube with his channel 'UR Cristiano' quickly gained over 50M subscribers in less than a week.
Gratitude expressed
Ronaldo's message to his followers
Ronaldo, who currently plays for Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia, expressed his gratitude to his followers on X. He stated, "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 thanked them for their support throughout his journey from Madeira's streets to the world's biggest stages.