Doha, Qatar: Portuguese football player Cristiano Ronaldo surpassed American reality TV star and entrepreneur Kylie Jenner to become the highest paid individual on Instagram in terms of sponsored content, with a rate of $2.8 Million per single sponsored post shared on his account, according to the latest research conducted by edudwar.com
Top 10 highest paid celebrities on Instagram:
1-Cristiano Ronaldo: $2.8 Million Per Post
Cristiano Ronaldo was also named by Forbes as the world’s highest-paid athlete in 2023.
Al Nassr striker’s fame extends beyond the pitch, amassing over 850 million followers across Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
He is the most followed individual on Instagram with 597 Million followers.
2-Kylie Jenner: $1.8 Million Per Post
American Model and businesswoman Kylie Jenner, known for her appearances on the hit reality show "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" and her cosmetic line, Kylie Cosmetics, trails in second place.
Jenner is followed by 397 million followers on Instagram.
3-Lionel Messi: $1.6 Million Per Post
Argentine professional footballer Lionel Messi, known for his illustrious career and breathtaking skill, ranked third.
The 7-time Ballon d'Or winner and Qatar 2022 World Cup Champion has 480 million followers on his Instagram account.
4-Selena Gomez: $1.4 Million Per Post
Musician and actress Selena Gomez stands fourth on this list.
Her successful career in music, television, and film makes her one of the most influential figures on social media.
Selena is the most followed lady on Instagram with 426 million followers.
5-Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson: $1.1 Million Per Post
Dwayne Johnson, the wrestler turned Hollywood superstar also known as "The Rock" came in fifth place.
Johnson's account on Instagram has 388 million followers, showcasing his enduring popularity and the diverse reach of his brand.
6-Kim Kardashian: $1 Million Per Post
American media personality, socialite, and businesswoman Kim Kardashian lands in the sixth spot.
Her fame was propelled by the reality show "Keeping Up with the Kardashians," and her business ventures have allowed her to build a massive online following as she is followed by 362 million.
7-Ariana Grande: $900k Per Post
Pop superstar Ariana Grande came in seventh. She is followed by 377 Million Instagram followers.
Grande's successful music career, coupled with her strong social media presence, has led to this impressive earnings rate.
8-Beyonce Knowles: $850k Per Post
Beyonce Knowles, the global music sensation, holds the eighth spot.
The "Formation" singer's status as an international icon and her influential voice in pop culture is reflected in her Instagram earnings.
9-Khloe Kardashian: $800k Per Post
Another member of the Kardashian clan, Khloe Kardashian, is ninth on the list.
Her earnings amount to $800,000 per sponsored post on Instagram, further solidifying the Kardashian family's dominance in the realm of social media.
Khole is followed by 310 Million followers on Instagram.
10-Kendall Jenner: Earning $700k Per Post
Rounding out the top 10 is model and media personality Kendall Jenner.
The youngest of the Jenner/Kardashian sisters with 293 million followers on her Instagram account, marking her own significant impact on the world of social media.
