Did you know that as of August 2024, the most-liked post on Instagram belongs to Lionel Messi, one of the most-followed people on Instagram? It captured the unforgettable moment when he celebrated Argentina’s 2022 World Cup victory and has over 75 million likes and 2 million comments. It’s truly historic!
Instagram has become a popular place for celebrities to share their moments with the world, and these posts have become iconic in the platform’s history. Whether it’s a big celebration, a touching tribute, or a fun surprise, these posts really connect with people all around the world.
Ready to see the 20 most popular Instagram posts around the world? We’ve put together an infographic to showcase the top performers. Grab your phone, get comfy, and let’s explore the moments that had everyone double-tapping like crazy!
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Check out the complete list of most-liked Instagram posts below:
- Lionel Messi Celebrates World Cup Glory – Posted on December 18, 2022, this unforgettable snap shows Messi finally holding the World Cup Trophy after Argentina’s thrilling win over France. With over 75 million likes, it’s the most-liked post on all social media platforms!
- The World Record Egg (world_record_egg) – Remember that egg? Posted on January 4, 2019, it was on a mission to beat Kylie Jenner’s record for the most-liked Instagram post. It smashed that goal, getting over 61 million likes, making it the second most-liked post ever.
- Messi in Bed with His Mate Drink and the World Cup – Another gem from Messi, this cozy post of him chilling in bed with the World Cup trophy became an instant fan favorite after Argentina’s big win.
- Messi and Ronaldo Playing Chess – Shared by @cristiano on November 19, 2022, this stylish Louis Vuitton campaign shot of the two football legends playing chess has over 42 million likes and counting.
- Messi on the Plane with the World Cup Trophy – Messi posted this one on December 19, 2022, showing him on the plane back to Argentina, proudly holding the World Cup. It’s still getting tons of love from fans who can’t get enough of that victory.
- Messi and Teammates Celebrating in Argentina – This post captures the pure joy and unity of Messi and the Argentina team as they celebrate their World Cup win back home. It’s a total vibe!
- Ronaldo Joins Al Nassr FC – On December 30, 2022, Ronaldo announced his move to the Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr FC. Fans went wild, making this one of his most-liked posts ever.
- Beautiful Sunset Reel by @jiangzhibin24 – This breathtaking sunset reel posted on August 5, 2023, quickly became the most-liked reel on Instagram, proving just how much people love some good nature content.
- Ronaldo After Portugal’s World Cup Exit – This emotional post shows Ronaldo leaving the field after Portugal’s tough loss in the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Fans really connected with his vulnerability here.
- XXXTentacion’s Final Post – Posted on May 19, 2018, this last image from the late rapper has over 33 million likes, a bittersweet reminder for his fans.
- Messi and Ronaldo Playing Chess, Messi’s Version – Messi also posted the Louis Vuitton chess photo, and while it didn’t get quite as many likes as Ronaldo’s, it still has over 32 million!
- Ronaldo and Georgina Announcing Their Twin Pregnancy – On October 28, 2021, Ronaldo and Georgina shared the exciting news that they were expecting twins. The post, which later took on a more emotional tone due to the tragic loss of one of the twins, touched millions of hearts.
- Ronaldo’s Tribute to Pelé – On December 29, 2022, Ronaldo posted a heartfelt tribute to football legend Pelé, and it quickly became one of his most-liked posts, with fans from all over the world showing their respect.
- Messi After the World Cup Semifinal Win Against Croatia – Posted on December 14, 2022, this one shows Messi celebrating after Argentina defeated Croatia, just one step away from their World Cup victory.
- Ronaldo’s Big Al Nassr FC Fan Introduction—When Ronaldo was presented to the Al Nassr FC fans, he captured the moment in a post that received a lot of attention.
- Ronaldo After a Friendly Match with PSG – Another hit post by Ronaldo captures the excitement of a friendly match between PSG and Riyadh XI.
- Zendaya’s Birthday Shoutout to Tom Holland – On June 1, 2022, Zendaya shared a sweet birthday message for Tom Holland, and fans of the couple loved it so much, that it became one of the most-liked posts.
- Messi’s Tribute to Pelé – Messi also paid homage to Pelé on December 29, 2022, and like Ronaldo’s post, it resonated deeply with fans worldwide.
- Selena Gomez’s Natural Look Selfie – Posted in March 2023, this selfie of Selena embracing her natural beauty struck a chord with millions of fans, earning its spot on the list.
- Tom Holland’s Spider-Man Meme Recreation – Tom Holland delighted fans with this hilarious and nostalgic recreation of a Spider-Man meme, and it quickly became one of his most-liked posts.
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To Sum Up
The top 20 most-liked Instagram posts cover many feelings, from big wins to simple, real-life moments. Whether these posts will remain among the most popular posts or not, time will show. But they are a great reminder of how connected we all are and how these posts have really struck a chord with people from different places and backgrounds. It’s kind of amazing to think about the impact of social media and how it lets us be part of each other’s lives in such a cool way. And that’s the power of social media!
Reviewed By Rem Darbinyan
Revolutionizing industries with AI, Rem Darbinyan is the CEO of ViralMango and an entrepreneur, AI expert, and influencer marketing strategist.
