Cristiano Ronaldo has taken the digital world by surprise with the launch of its new channel YouTube, UR Cristiano.
In just 72 hours, the football star gained almost 42 million subscribers, breaking records and racking up a huge number of views that have generated a huge fortune.
In record time, CR7 reached 1 million subscribers in just 90 minutes, setting a new world record.
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In the first 24 hours, his channel gained 28 million subscribers, a unique figure in the history of the platform. In just five days, Ronaldo’s videos have already accumulated more than 254 million views.
The new channel has not only captured the public’s attention, but has also generated significant revenue.
According to a study by the newspaper Marca, the standard YouTube rates, which pay approximately $6 for every thousand views, it is estimated that the Portuguese has earned between $1,200 and $6,000 for every million views.
So far, with 20 videos posted and more than 177 million views, the footballer’s earnings have reached around $100 million.
MrBeastone of the most successful content creators, earns approximately $5 million per month in YouTube ad revenue alone.
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Cristiano Ronaldo’s presence on the platform promises to transform the platform’s landscape and cement his status as an influential figure both on and off the pitch.
On the other hand, the Portuguese leads the Forbes list as the most valuable athlete of 2024 with $260 million; his earnings on the field are $200 million and the rest comes from sponsorships and brands.
