Top 20 Most Liked Posts on Instagram
Instagram is a platform where users share their thoughts, experiences, and moments from their lives. With over 2.4 billion active users, it is no surprise that many posts have garnered significant attention and likes. In this article, we will explore the top 20 most liked posts on Instagram, highlighting the posts that have achieved the highest number of likes and the stories behind them.
These posts, ranging from heartfelt personal milestones and major celebrity announcements to iconic pop culture moments and viral sensations, highlight the diverse tapestry of content that garners immense appreciation and engagement. This introduction explores the stories behind these record-breaking posts, examining why they captivated so many and how they reflect the ever-evolving trends and values of the Instagram community.
List of Most Liked Posts on Instagram of All Time:
| Rank | Name | Likes | Post | Date Posted (UTC) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lionel Messi | 75.3M | View | December 18, 2022 |
| 2 | Chris Godfrey | 60.1M | View | January 4, 2019 |
| 3 | Lionel Messi | 54.4M | View | December 20, 2022 |
| 4 | Cristiano Ronaldo | 42.4M | View | November 19, 2022 |
| 5 | Lionel Messi | 41.7M | View | December 19, 2022 |
| 6 | Lionel Messi | 34.2M | View | December 21, 2022 |
| 7 | Cristiano Ronaldo | 34.1M | View | December 30, 2022 |
| 8 | Liz 6 | 34.1M | View | August 5, 2023 |
| 9 | Cristiano Ronaldo | 33.9M | View | December 11, 2022 |
| 10 | XXXTentacion | 32.8M | View | May 19, 2018 |
| 11 | Lionel Messi | 32.6M | View | November 19, 2022 |
| 12 | Cristiano Ronaldo, Georgina RodrÃguez | 32.2M | View | October 28, 2021 |
| 13 | Cristiano Ronaldo | 32.1M | View | December 29, 2022 |
| 14 | Lionel Messi | 29.5M | View | December 14, 2022 |
| 15 | Cristiano Ronaldo | 27.7M | View | January 3, 2023 |
| 16 | Cristiano Ronaldo | 27.6M | View | January 19, 2023 |
| 17 | Zendaya | 26.3M | View | June 1, 2022 |
| 18 | Lionel Messi | 25.8M | View | December 29, 2022 |
| 19 | Selena Gomez | 25.7M | View | March 14, 2023 |
| 20 | Tom Holland | 25.1M | View | February 23, 2022 |
- XXXTentacion’s Final Post
The tenth most liked post is the final post of XXXTentacion, a famous rapper who passed away in 2018. This post, which was posted on May 19, 2018, has received 32.8 million likes.
- Cristiano Ronaldo After Portugal’s Elimination
After Portugal’s elimination from the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Cristiano Ronaldo broke his silence and expressed his emotions regarding the team’s exit. Ronaldo, the Portugal captain, and five-time Ballon d’Or winner shared his disappointment after Portugal’s unexpected 1-0 defeat to Morocco in the quarter-final stage of the tournament
The post was posted on December 11, 2022, and has garnered 33.9 million likes.
- Sunset Reel
The sunset reel posted by Liz 6 on August 5, 2023, has become the eighth most liked posts on Instagram, garnering 34.1 million likes. The reel features a stunning display of a vibrant red sunset, showcasing the beauty and drama of the sky as the sun dips below the horizon.
- Cristiano Ronaldo Joins Al Nassr FC
Cristiano Ronaldo has joined Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr FC on a two-and-a-half-year contract, marking a significant shift in his career. The deal, announced on December 30, 2022, saw Ronaldo leave Manchester United and become the highest-paid footballer in history.
According to estimates, Ronaldo’s contract with Al-Nassr was for an estimated 200 million dollars a year for two seasons. If this figure is broken down by day, CR7 will earn 548,000 dollars every 24 hours and more than 22,000 dollars every 60 minutes.
This post has garnered 34.1 million likes, on the platform.
- Celebrating the 2022 FIFA World Cup Win
The sixth most liked post is a photo of Lionel Messi celebrating Argentina’s 2022 FIFA World Cup victory. Posted on December 21, 2022, it has garnered 34.2 million likes.
- Lionel Messi on an Airplane with the FIFA World Cup Trophy
Another most liked post is a photo of Lionel Messi on an airplane with the FIFA World Cup Trophy, posts were part of his journey back to Argentina after the 2022 FIFA World Cup. It was posted on December 19, 2022, and has garnered 41.7 million likes.
- Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo Playing Chess
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, two of the most prominent footballers in the world, have been featured in a series of posts on Instagram, showcasing them playing chess together. These posts were part of a marketing campaign by Louis Vuitton, a luxury fashion brand, and were shot by renowned photographer Annie Leibovitz.
The post was posted on November 19, 2022, and quickly went viral, garnering 42.4 million likes. The posts also sparked interest among chess enthusiasts, who appreciated the authenticity of the chessboard position. The campaign’s success was attributed to the unique combination of the two footballers, the luxury brand, and the strategic use of a real chess game position.
- Lionel Messi in Bed with Mate Drink and the FIFA World Cup Trophy
The third most liked post is another from Lionel Messi, showing him in bed with a Mate drink and the FIFA World Cup Trophy. This post, which was posted on December 20, 2022, has garnered 54.4 million likes.
- The Famous Plain Brown Instagram Egg
The plain brown egg posted by the Instagram account @world_record_egg on January 4, 2019, aimed to surpass Kylie Jenner’s most-liked Instagram post. It went viral, achieving over 32.5 million likes within days, surpassing Jenner’s 18 million likes. It became a global phenomenon and an internet meme within days of its creation. This phenomenon was viewed as a populist statement against consumerism and celebrity culture. The egg’s success was considered a triumph for unpaid viral content.
On February 3, 2019, Chris Godfrey, a British advertising creative, was revealed as the creator, later collaborating with Alissa Khan-Whelan and CJ Brown on a Hulu commercial to promote mental health awareness. As of 2024, the post has received 60.1 million likes on the platform.
- Lionel Messi’s FIFA World Cup Victory
Lionel Messi, the Argentine professional footballer shared photos of himself and the Argentina national football team after winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup. This post was posted on December 18, 2022, and has garnered 75.3 million likes, which became the most liked post on Instagram of all time.