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Ronaldo becomes No 1 athlete with one billion followers on social media

Ronaldo becomes No 1 athlete with one billion followers on social media

Cristiano Ronaldo, the Portuguese football icon, has once again etched his name into the record books. Earlier this month, he became the first male footballer to reach 900 career goals, marking a significant milestone in his on-field accomplishments.

This week, however, the 39-year-old Al-Nassr forward achieved a unique distinction off the pitch by becoming the first individual to amass a combined 1 billion followers across all major social media platforms.

Ronaldo, who shared the milestone via a new YouTube channel launched last month, streamed a live follower count in the days leading up to his billionth follower.

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His YouTube channel saw rapid growth, reaching 15 million subscribers on its first day and 50 million within a week. As of now, the channel has surpassed 60 million subscribers.

Celebrating the milestone, he remarked, “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. From the streets of Madeira to the biggest stages in the world, I’ve always played for my family and for you, and now 1 billion of us stand together.  

“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 that there are no limits to what we can achieve. Thank you for believing in me, for your support, and for being part of my life. The best is yet to come, and we’ll keep pushing, winning, and making history together.” 

Ronaldo becomes No 1 athlete with one billion followers on social media

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