CRISTIANO RONALDO has released an emotional statement after reaching one billion followers on social media.
The Portuguese superstar, 39, has achieved the feat across his various online platforms – Instagram, Facebook, X and more.
Cristiano Ronaldo has reached one billion followers on social media
He shared the news to his fans on Friday morning
Ronaldo came from humble beginnings in Madeira
It comes after he recently started his own YouTube channel – which has racked up more than 60 million subscribers in less than a month.
Ronaldo sent a sincere message to his supporters as he celebrated hitting the 10-figure mark.
He talked candidly about his path from the streets of Portugal to becoming one of the most well-known individuals on the planet.
He said: “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’s journey has taken him to being one of the most famous people in the world
Ronaldo made headlines earlier this week after discussing the current situation at Manchester United on Rio Ferdinand’s channel.
He said: “As I told you, Manchester, they need to rebuild everything, in my opinion.
“The coach, they say they cannot compete to win the league and Champions League.
“(As) Manchester United coach, you cannot say that you’re not going to fight to win the League or Champions League.
“You have to be, to mentally say, listen, maybe we don’t have that potential, but I cannot say that. We’re going to try. You have to try.”
In response, Ten Hag said: “He [Ronaldo] said that Manchester United can’t win the Premier League. He said this if you read the article very well.
“He’s far away in Saudi, far away from Manchester. Everyone can have an opinion. It’s okay.
“[It] doesn’t impact me, I know in the process where we are, where we’re going.”