Cristiano Ronaldo has been in the news recently for breaking the record for the fastest YouTube channel to reach 20 million subscribers in just over 24 hours. This beat the previous record held by MrBeast, who took considerably longer to reach similar milestones.
Ronaldo’s YouTube channel, UR Cristiano, launched on August 21, 2024, and quickly gained traction. In just 90 minutes, this Portuguese football star scored 1 million subscribers, shooting up to 10 million in less than 12 hours. With such a dramatic turn of events, he ignited hope and speculation that he might soon reach MrBeast’s total subscriber count of more than 311 million. Ronaldo reached 10 million subscribers in under 24 hours, while MrBeast took 132 days.
Cristiano Ronaldo broke MrBeast’s record to become the fastest channel to cross 20 million YouTube subscribers
It took him just over 24 hours PIC.TWITTER.COM/DD1N38TWK6
— Dexerto (@Dexerto) AUGUST 22, 2024
The success of “UR Cristiano” is no surprise when considering the strategic promotion preceding its launch. Ronaldo mobilized his huge following on other social media platforms—636 million followers on Instagram and 112.5 million on X (formerly Twitter)—and drove interest in his new enterprise. His announcement, “The wait is over! My @YouTube channel is finally here! “SIUUUbscribe and join me on this new journey” echoed across the internet, drawing millions of fans to discover what Ronaldo was up to.
The channel is full of content that is sure to delight viewers. From intense training sessions with Ronaldo to personally unknown moments and some unforgettable glimpses from his career, the fans have everything in front of them. From the best moments of football, such as Champions League wins and Ballon d’Or awards, to interactive question-and-answer sessions, the channel promises to be an eventful experience for fans.
The moment of Ronaldo’s YouTube debut was a special revelation when he disclosed a golden plate for gaining so many subscribers in such a short period. Not only is it the celebration of numbers, but it speaks about bonding a star with his fans across the globe. Much has been shared, from wellness routines to nutrition tips, family time, and business. It is not only football but also a glimpse into the life of CR7.
These meteoric rises to fame, however, open up multiple debates. While most of his fans are feeling ecstatic, others are questioning how original he is being with this content. Although Ronaldo is a household name in almost every part of the world, his channel may not have the innovative feel other lifelong YouTubers display in their videos. Many fans are concerned that his stature will disrupt the dynamics of the platform since so many people will subscribe not because of the great content but because he’s a famous celebrity.
Interestingly, there were earlier reports that Ronaldo could not open a YouTube account. Of course, that raises eyebrows and leads to speculations as to why. Some believe the sheer volume of his potential audience could create challenges for the YouTube platform itself. After all, with over 900 million followers combined across all social media, the influence of a superstar of this magnitude is hard to ignore.
With Cristiano Ronaldo bulldozing into his new role as a content creator, he has much to prove to people. Currently, he has 12 videos on the channel, and the topics covered range from stress management to passion, including the top goals he scored in Euros.
This record-breaking deed will see Ronaldo showering národ on the pitch and now making headlines in the digital world. More importantly, can he rival MrBeast regarding the overall subscriber count of more than 311 million? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: the whole world will follow along with every step into his new journey on YouTube. ????⚽️
Now, with the world watching how Ronaldo’s channel will evolve in the future, one thing is already obvious. Cristiano Ronaldo knows how to win, whether on a playing field or in the digital arena. And though counting—with 20 million subscribers, his latest victory now falls under the category of history book entries.
