Top 10 Most Followed Persons on X (Formerly Twitter)

Looking to stay up-to-date with the most popular personalities on X (formerly Twitter)? Look no further! In this article, we will provide you with a comprehensive list of the top 10 most-followed people on Twitter in 2024, including celebrities, politicians, and public figures from various industries and backgrounds.

From billionaire entrepreneurs to international leaders, these X accounts offer unique insights into the worlds of entertainment, sports, politics, and more. Elon Musk, Barack Obama, Justin Bieber, Katy Perry, Rihanna and Cristiano Ronaldo top the list, with over 100 million followers each. So, without further ado, let’s take a closer look at who made the cut and why they continue to dominate the Twittersphere.

List of Most-followed persons on X (Formerly Twitter)

Rank	Username	Owner	Followers (millions)	Profession
1	@elonmusk	Elon Musk	187.4	Business magnate and owner of X
2	@BarackObama	Barack Obama	131.7	44th President of the United States
3	@Cristiano	Cristiano Ronaldo	111.6	Football player
4	@justinbieber	Justin Bieber	110.6	Musician
5	@rihanna	Rihanna	107.9	Musician
6	@katyperry	Katy Perry	106.3	Musician
7	@narendramodi	Narendra Modi	98.8	14th Prime Minister of India
8	@taylorswift13	Taylor Swift	95.2	Musician
9	@realDonaldTrump	Donald Trump	87.1	45th President of the United States
10	@ladygaga	Lady Gaga	83.2	Musician and actress

1. Elon Musk – 187.4 million followers

Elon Musk is a businessman and investor known for his key roles in space company SpaceX and automotive company Tesla, Inc. Other involvements include ownership of X Corp., formerly Twitter, and his role in the founding of The Boring Company, xAI, Neuralink, and OpenAI.

Musk, has secured the number one spot with 187.4 million followers. He is known for his controversial and sometimes humorous tweets and uses his account to communicate various changes coming to Twitter.

On October 27, 2022, Elon Musk acquired X (Formerly Twitter) for US$44 billion, and in late 2022, Musk promised to step down as CEO after a Twitter poll posted by Musk found that the majority of users wanted him to do so. Five months later, Musk stepped down from CEO and placed former NBCUniversal executive Linda Yaccarino in the position and transitioned his role to executive chairman and chief technology officer.

2. Barack Obama – 131.7 million followers

Former President of the United States, Barack Obama, takes second place with 131.7 million followers. Obama primarily uses his X account for professional purposes, such as promoting important causes and highlighting his presidential accomplishments.

3. Cristiano Ronaldo – 111.6 million followers

Cristiano Ronaldo is the most popular and influential Portuguese footballer on X, with over 111.6 million followers. He has used his account to communicate with fans, share updates on his personal life, and promote his various business ventures.

One of the most notable aspects of Ronaldo’s X presence is his engagement with fans. He often responds to tweets from his followers, showing a genuine interest in their lives and opinions. This has helped him build a strong following of loyal fans who feel a personal connection to him.

4. Justin Bieber – 110.6 million followers

Canadian pop star Justin Bieber is the fourth most followed person on X with 110.6 million followers. Bieber uses his account to share personal and professional updates, including new music releases and concert announcements.

5. Rihanna – 107.9 million followers

Barbadian singer and businesswoman Rihanna takes fifth place with 107.9 million followers. Rihanna frequently uses her X account to promote her fashion and beauty lines, Fenty and Savage X Fenty, as well as her philanthropic efforts.

6. Katy Perry – 106.3 million followers

American singer-songwriter Katy Perry ranks sixth with 106.3 million followers. Perry uses her Twitter account to promote her music and share updates on her personal life.

7. Narendra Modi – 98.8 million followers

Third-time Indian Prime Minister in a row Narendra Modi ranks eighth with 98.8 million followers. Modi uses his X account to share updates on government policies and initiatives, as well as to connect with the Indian diaspora.

8. Taylor Swift – 95.2 million followers

American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift is one of the most followed personalities on X/Twitter. Swift uses her account to share updates on her music and personal life, as well as to connect with fans.

9. Donald Trump – 87.1 million followers

American politician, media personality, and businessman who served as the 45th president of the United States, Donald Trump, takes ninth place with 87.1 million followers. Trump frequently used his X account to share his thoughts on politics and current events during his presidency. As of 2023, Trump posted around 59,123 tweets.

In January 2021, Trump was banned from Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and other platforms. In February 2022, he launched the social media platform Truth Social, where he only attracted a fraction of his earlier following. On November 19, 2022, X/Twitter owner Elon Musk reinstated Trump’s account.

10. Lady Gaga – 83.2 million followers

With 83.2 million followers American singer, songwriter, and actress Lady Gaga rounded out the top ten most-followed persons on X. Gaga uses her account to promote her music and acting projects, as well as to share updates on her personal life and philanthropic efforts.

X (formerly known as Twitter) continues to be a popular platform for celebrities, politicians, and public figures to connect with their fans and share their thoughts and experiences. These top 10 most-followed people on X / Twitter in 2023 represent a diverse range of industries and backgrounds, demonstrating the wide appeal of the platform.