Cristiano Ronaldo is making headlines once again, this time in the digital world. The soccer icon launched his YouTube channel, “UR Cristiano,” on August 21, 2024, and achieved an extraordinary milestone by reaching 20 million subscribers in less than 24 hours, setting a new record for the fastest growth rate in YouTube history.
Surpassing the previous record held by MrBeast, who took over two years to reach the same number, Ronaldo’s channel quickly garnered a large fan base and marked his transition to digital content creation. His goal is to connect with fans on a more personal level through engaging content.
The channel launched with a variety of content, including trailers, a quiz game with girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez, and a video of Ronaldo meeting his wax figure at Madame Tussauds. These videos not only provided a glimpse into Ronaldo’s life, but also attracted his large following from other social media platforms:
- Instagram: 636 million followers
- X (formerly Twitter): 112.5 million followers
- Facebook: 170 million followers
Ronaldo broke the record for the fastest person to reach one million subscribers in just 90 minutes. By the end of the first day, his subscriber count had surpassed 20 million, a feat that took other creators years to achieve.
His meteoric rise to success on YouTube highlights the power of celebrity in the digital age, demonstrating how personal brands can leverage their fame to grow impressively on new platforms.
Check out Ronaldo’s YouTube channel
