Cristiano Ronaldo Celebrates After Reaching Historic 1 Billion Followers on Social Media

Cristiano Ronaldo Celebrates After Reaching Historic 1 Billion Followers on Social Media

  • Portugal and Al-Nassr captain Cristiano Ronaldo has chalked another milestone, this time in the digital space
  • The 39-year-old icon became the first person to reach 1 billion followers across social media
  • His Instagram account alone boasts over 639 million followers, which is 18 times the population of Ghana

Cristiano Ronaldo's relentless pursuit of greatness shows no signs of slowing down.

The iconic forward continues to break barriers, setting benchmarks both on the pitch and in the digital realm.

Cristiano Ronaldo became the first individual to reach 1 billion followers on social media.
Cristiano Ronaldo took to social media to celebrate his latest feat of reaching 1 billion followers on social media. Photo by Carlos Rodrigues.
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The former Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus ace remains a record-breaking force, leaving his contemporaries trailing in his wake.

Ronaldo reaches 1 billion followers

From his goal-scoring exploits to his trophy-laden career, Ronaldo's legacy extends far beyond football.

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Fresh off surpassing 900 career goals during the recent international break, the Al-Nassr talisman has now achieved another remarkable feat—becoming the first individual to amass 1 billion followers across all social media platforms, as noted by Telecomlead.

This latest milestone further cements Ronaldo’s global influence, proving that his star power transcends the sport.

Ronaldo celebrates after historic feat

In a heartfelt message to his fans, Ronaldo celebrated this extraordinary achievement.

"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," Ronaldo shared on X (formerly Twitter), where he commands an impressive 113 million followers.

Reflecting on his journey, CR7 spoke of his humble beginnings,

"From the streets of Madeira to the biggest stages in the world, I’ve always played for my family and for you. Now, 1 billion of us stand together."

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His gratitude to his fans was palpable, as he acknowledged their unwavering support throughout his career.

"You’ve been with me every step of the way, through all the highs and the lows. This journey is our journey, and together, we’ve shown there are no limits to what we can achieve."

Breaking down Ronaldo's 1 billion followers

According to India Today, Ronaldo’s social media dominance is as commanding as his performances on the field.

As of September 13, this is the breakdown of CR7's followers across his various social media handles:

Social media platformNo. of followers
Instagram639 million
Facebook170.5 million
X (Twitter)113 million
Youtube60.5 million
Kuaishou9.3 million
Weibo7.5 million

Ronaldo names future Ballon d'Or winners

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Cristiano Ronaldo shared his predictions on the rising stars most likely to claim the Ballon d'Or in the future.

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Ronaldo named Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland, Jude Bellingham, and Lamine Yamal while surprisingly leaving out Vinicius Junior from his list.

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Source: YEN.com.gh

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Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe (Sports Editor) Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe is a CAF-accredited journalist with over five years of experience in digital journalism. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Integrated Rural Arts and Industry (2016). Godwin's career includes covering the 2023 AFCON and grassroots competitions within Ghana. He has also served as a Presenter at VNTV, a Sports Analyst at Obonu FM, and a Football Writer for a myriad of sports websites. He joined Yen.com.gh in 2024 to cover sports. Email: godwin.tagoe@yen.com.gh.