From Elon Musk to Narendra Modi: The 10 Most Followed Accounts on Twitter

Twitter is one of the most popular social media platforms today. Many influential figures, from celebrities to politicians, use Twitter as their go-to platform to connect with their audience. Despite the controversy surrounding legacy verification and paid verification, Twitter has remained a powerful platform.

Recently, the World of Statistics shared a list of the 10 most followed Twitter accounts.

Most followed accounts on Twitter:

🇺🇸Elon Musk: 138.9m
🇺🇸Barack Obama: 132.7m
🇨🇦Justin Bieber: 112.8m
🇵🇹Cristiano Ronaldo: 108.5m
🇧🇧Rihanna: 108.3m
🇺🇸Katy Perry: 108m
🇺🇸Taylor Swift: 92.7m
🇮🇳Narendra Modi: 88.5m
🇺🇸Donald Trump: 87m
🇺🇸Lady Gaga: 84.5m

— World of Statistics (@stats_feed) May 9, 2023

Let's look at these accounts and the people behind them.

1. Elon Musk: 139.4m

A popular name on social media, Elon Musk, is the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX. He is also a successful entrepreneur and investor. The former Twitter CEO's tweets are quite popular on the platform. As a prolific user of the platform, Musk uses his account to share his latest ventures and respond to fan questions. With his Twitter account serving as a source of entertainment and learning for many users, it's no surprise that Elon Musk holds the top spot on the list of most followed Twitter accounts.

2. Barack Obama: 132.6m

Barack Obama, the former President of the United States, is a popular and influential figure in politics. On Twitter, he remains a leading voice, speaking out on important issues such as climate change, gun violence, and many more. Although he held the top position on Twitter for a while, he recently dropped to second place, making Elon Musk the current number one on the list.

3. Justin Bieber: 112.8m

Despite not being very regular on Twitter, Canadian singer Justin Bieber still holds the third spot on the list of most followed accounts. He uses his account to keep fans updated on his tours and album releases and to share pictures. He is undoubtedly one of the most beloved pop stars, with millions of fans worldwide.

4. Cristiano Ronaldo: 108.5m

Cristiano Ronaldo, also known as the 'Greatest of all time,' is a legendary football player with an impressive career spanning over two decades. He has garnered immense popularity not only on the field but also on social media platforms. With more than 108 million followers on Twitter, he is among the most followed personalities on the platform.

5. Rihanna: 108.3m

While Rihanna is known for her music, she is also a fashion icon and successful entrepreneur. Her fashion and beauty brands have become household names, and she continues to be a prominent figure in the entertainment industry. With millions of fans worldwide, it's no surprise that she ranks high on the most followed Twitter accounts.

6. Katy Perry: 108m

With over 108m followers on Twitter, The queen of pop, Katy Perry, is number 6 on the most followed Twitter accounts. Katy Perry is an American singer, songwriter, and television personality known for her catchy pop songs and flamboyant fashion sense.

7. Taylor Swift: 92.7m

Taylor Swift is a household name known for her heartfelt songs that have made many of us cry. As an American singer, songwriter, and actress, she has won numerous awards and continues to rule the music industry. With over 92.7 million Twitter followers, she also holds the 7th spot on the list of most followed Twitter accounts.

8. Narendra Modi: 88.5m

Narendra Modi, the Prime Minister of India, is the only Indian to feature on the list of most followed Twitter accounts. As the leader of the world's largest democracy, he is a popular figure. He regularly uses the platform to connect with the citizens of India and share his views on various issues. With his strong presence on Twitter, he is one of the most prominent leaders on the platform.

9. Donald Trump: 87m

Despite being banned from Twitter last year, former President of the United States, Donald Trump, holds the 9th spot on the list of most followed Twitter accounts. During his time in office, Trump was a prolific user of the platform, often known for his controversial tweets. Although he was temporarily banned earlier, only to be unbanned later under Elon Musk's new Twitter rules. However, Trump has not sent out a tweet since returning to the platform.

10. Lady Gaga: 84.5m

It's no surprise that musicians dominate the list of most followed Twitter accounts, and Lady Gaga is no exception. This American singer, songwriter, and actress has amassed a whopping 84 million followers on Twitter. Known for her unique voice and theatrical performances, Lady Gaga has captured the hearts of millions of fans worldwide.

Which one on the list surprised you?