The first in the history of mankind! Cristiano Ronaldo has set an amazing world record

The leader of the Portuguese national football team, Cristiano Ronaldo, has become the first person on the planet to have 1 billion followers on social media. This number includes the total number of users from Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Chinese Weibo and Kuaishou accounts.

"We have made history – 1 billion subscribers! It's more than just a number – it's a testament to our shared passion, commitment, and love for the game and beyond. From the streets of Madeira to the biggest arenas in the world, I have always played for my family and for you, and now there are a billion of us," the 39-year-old commented on this success.

At the same time, it is clarified that this number is not equivalent to a billion people, as many users are subscribed to a football player on different platforms. In addition, there may be fake accounts (bots) among the subscribers.

According to the BBC, many social media experts are calling the figure "staggering" and are confident that media and brands will pay close attention to it.

"This achievement once again emphasizes the fundamental changes taking place in the media," said Paolo Pescatore of PP Foresight.

Ronaldo was able to outperform not only all athletes but also some showbiz stars, including Justin Bieber, Taylor Swift, and Selena Gomez.

One of the reasons why the footballer crossed the 1 billion mark was his decision last month to start a YouTube channel, which gained 50 million users in just one week.

Cristiano Ronaldo holds numerous records. Among his achievements are the title of the top scorer in the history of the UEFA Champions League, the most goals at the European Championships, and the most matches for the national team.

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