The 26 Most Liked Celebrity Instagram Posts of All Time

These social media uploads are recorded in history as they demonstrate the immense impression they left on the fans of these public figures worldwide.

Over the years, more than 20 posts have garnered significant interaction and reactions online, with some stars appearing multiple times on the list. From singers, rappers, and movie actors to reality stars and football players, here are the 26 most-liked celebrity Instagram posts of all time.

26. Justin Bieber

The pop star smiled as he sat with his father and younger siblings, sharing a playful and tender moment. The post, shared in December 2011 with the caption "What is it buddy," received 237,529 likes.

25. Justin Bieber

In this August 2013 picture, Bieber posed with actor Will Smith, casually leaning against him while Smith flashed a peace sign. He captioned the post, "Me and uncle Will," which received 1,376,596 likes.

24. Justin Bieber

Another one of Bieber's most-liked posts highlighted a personal moment from his past relationship.

In this intimate photo, he is seen with singer Selena Gomez, who rests her head on his shoulder while smiling at him. The post, shared in January 2014, included the caption, "Love the way you look at me," and received 2,191,747 likes.

23. Kim Kardashian

The reality TV star shared a romantic wedding photo of herself and Kanye West kissing in front of a stunning flower wall. She marked the moment in May 2014, writing only a diamond ring emoji "(💍)," and the post received 2,247,887 likes.

22. Kendall Jenner

The supermodel posed in a lace dress, lying on the floor with her hair arranged in heart-shaped patterns around her head. She posted the photo in May 2015, adding only a heart emoji "(❤️)" as the caption, and it gathered 3,496,127 likes.

21. Justin Bieber

Bieber reappears on the list with another memorable post, this time during his widely publicized relationship.

The singer shared a throwback photo of himself kissing Gomez while the pair enjoyed a day by the water. He captioned the March 2016 post simply with the word "Feels," and it went on to receive 4,055,301 likes.

20. Selena Gomez

Moving from her former boyfriend's post, the singer and actress appears next with one of her most famous brand collaborations.

Gomez posed in a striking red outfit while sipping from a Coca-Cola bottle featuring her song lyrics printed on the label. She playfully captioned the June 2016 post, "when your lyrics are on the bottle 😛 #ad," and it amassed 6,638,853 likes.

19. Beyonce

Following the former child star's Coca-Cola post, Beyoncé made history with an unforgettable pregnancy announcement.

The Grammy Award winner posed in front of a floral backdrop wearing a veil, cradling her baby bump as she announced she was expecting twins. She expressed her joy in the February 2017 post, writing, "We are incredibly grateful," and it received 10,605,781 likes.

18. Kylie Jenner

After Beyoncé's record-breaking announcement, the "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" star's post about her daughter became another viral moment.

Jenner posted a close-up of her newborn daughter Stormi Webster holding her thumb, capturing a tender mother-and-child moment. She introduced the baby in her February 2018 post, writing, "stormi webster 👼," and it garnered 17,714,951 likes.

17. Kylie Jenner

The media personality appeared again on the list with another heartfelt post, this time introducing her second child.

The black-and-white image showed Jenner's older child holding their newborn sibling's tiny hand. She marked the moment in February 2022, captioning it with the date "2/2/22" and a blue heart emoji, and the post received 22,207,940 likes.

16. Selena Gomez

The businesswoman, a Texas native, returned to the list with a major life milestone that captivated millions of fans.

She shared two photos showing her engagement ring — one of her laughing and another displaying the jewel close-up. She announced the news in December 2024, writing, "forever begins now..," and the post skyrocketed to 23,247,796 likes.

15. Justin Bieber

The "Baby" hitmaker followed his former girlfriend on the list with a touching introduction of his newborn son.

The post featured a close-up of a tiny baby's foot wrapped in a blanket, held gently by an adult's hand. He welcomed his son in August 2024, writing, "WELCOME HOME JACK BLUES BIEBER 🐻," and the post received 23,283,132 likes.

14. Tom Holland

The British-born movie actor joined the ranking with a nostalgic nod to Spider-Man fans.

Holland posted a playful shot of himself, Andrew Garfield, and Tobey Maguire dressed as Spider-Man, recreating the famous pointing meme. He shared the February 2022 post with three smirking face emojis, and it amassed 24,870,487 likes.

13. Selena Gomez

"Wizards of Waverly Place" alum continued to dominate Instagram's most-liked posts with a candid selfie.

Gomez appeared makeup-free in a close-up shot, her natural look quickly drawing admiration from fans. She captioned the March 2023 post "Violet chemistry," and it went on to receive 25,288,309 likes.

12. Zendaya

The Disney Channel star appeared on the list with a heartfelt birthday tribute to her beloved boyfriend, Holland.

The black-and-white photo captured the couple embracing, with Zendaya smiling as her beau looked toward the camera. She captioned the June 2022 post, "Happiest of birthdays to the one who makes me the happiest <3," and it gathered 26,162,409 likes.

11. Lionel Messi

The fan-favorite soccer star's World Cup journey brought one of the most celebrated posts in sports history.

The photo showed Messi celebrating with his teammate after Argentina's victory, wearing their iconic light blue and white jerseys. He marked the moment in December 2022, writing, "ON TO THE FINALS!!!!! ARARAR," and the post reached 29,082,032 likes.

10. Cristiano Ronaldo

The Portuguese soccer player honored one of the sport's greatest legends with a heartfelt tribute.

The black-and-white image showed Ronaldo shaking hands with Pelé, captured during a past ceremony. He expressed his condolences in the December 2022 post, writing a moving farewell to "King Pelé," receiving 31,494,316 likes.

9. Cristiano Ronaldo

The now-40-year-old also celebrated a personal milestone that captured worldwide attention. He and his partner, Georgina Rodríguez, posed in bed holding ultrasound images, announcing they were expanding their family. He revealed the joyful news in October 2021, writing, "Delighted to announce we are expecting twins," and the post reached 31,707,887 likes.

8. Cristiano Ronaldo

The family man's farewell to his World Cup dream became one of his most emotional Instagram moments.

The image showed him walking off the pitch in Portugal's gear, head lowered after their elimination from the tournament. He reflected on the journey in December 2022, writing about his lifelong ambition to win the trophy, and the post earned 33,251,727 likes.

7. Cristiano Ronaldo

Ronaldo's high-profile transfer to Al Nassr became one of the most talked-about announcements on Instagram. The photo showed Ronaldo smiling while holding his new team jersey alongside a club official. He marked the signing in December 2022, with the club's post welcoming him to Al Nassr, and it gathered 33,443,500 likes.

6. Lionel Messi

The 38-year-old sportsman celebrated Argentina's historic World Cup win with a post that quickly went viral.

The image showed Messi holding the World Cup trophy aloft during the victory parade as teammates celebrated around him. He expressed his love for Argentina in the December 2022 post, writing, "Don't try to understand it. ARGENTINA. Through the good and the bad, I LOVE YOU," and it received 33,713,478 likes.

5. XXXTentacion

The iHeart Radio music award nominee's final Instagram post became one of the most hauntingly memorable images on the platform.

The photo featured the rapper hanging upside down in sepia tones, evoking a raw and striking visual. He captioned the May 2018 post, "LOVE IS WAR," and it later amassed 34,178,803 likes.

4. Lionel Messi

Messi's World Cup victory celebrations continued with another post that captivated millions. The photo showed the star on the team plane proudly holding the World Cup trophy after Argentina's triumph. He shared the moment in December 2022 without words, letting the image speak for itself, and the post earned 41,205,044 likes.

3. Cristiano Ronaldo

Ronaldo and Messi stunned fans worldwide with a rare joint appearance for a luxury brand campaign.

The iconic photo showed the two football legends playing chess on a Louis Vuitton trunk, shot by renowned photographer Annie Leibovitz. Ronaldo introduced the collaboration in November 2022, writing, "Victory is a State of Mind," and the post earned 41,675,103 likes.

2. Lionel Messi

Messi's celebration continued with a playful snapshot that charmed fans worldwide.

The photo showed him lying in bed with the World Cup trophy tucked beside him under the covers. He captioned the December 2022 post, "Good day!" and it became one of the most-liked posts in Instagram history with 53,758,892 likes.

1. Lionel Messi

Topping the list as the most-liked celebrity Instagram post of all time is Messi's triumphant World Cup victory moment. The photo captured him lifting the World Cup trophy high above his head, smiling in sheer joy after Argentina's historic win. He declared, "WORLD CHAMPIONS!!!!!!!" in the December 2022 post, which went on to break records with 74,567,838 likes.

These posts captured personal and historic moments that resonated with millions worldwide. From milestones in sports to intimate life updates, they reflect how Instagram documents cultural touchstones. Together, they stand as a record of global moments that defined an era of instant connection.