The web world has emerged as a convenient space for celebrities to reach out their fans. The relationship between celebrities and social networking sites is growing day by day. Celebrities have opted for social networks such as Twitter, FaceBook etc., to build up a following through which they can promote their music, events, movies and causes. Social networks have become so attractive to celebrities. Celebrities monetize their followings and social space, something which social networks are finding hard to do. To know more about this mutually beneficial relationship, take a look at the list of Top 10 most followed celebrities of Twitter below!
Lady Gaga
Lady Gaga - Top 10 Most Followed Celebrities of Twitter
Lady gaga tops the list by having 18382100 followers, 1230 tweets and 140153 followings on Twitter. She came to prominence with the release of her debut studio album the fame in 2008, including some of smashing chart-busters “just dance,” “poker face,” “bad romance” and sold over 15 million copies all over the world. She is the only performer in the digital era to top a record of 5 million sales marks with just first two hits. Lady Gaga has over 1.3 billion collective views of all her videos on YouTube. She is the #1 celebrity on Twitter with 18382100 followers. Lady Gaga is also best known for her different sense of fashion as a recording artist, style, performer and lady gaga YouTube videos. Her contributions made to the music industry have acquired her numerous achievements such as 5 Grammy awards, 2 Guinness world records etc., worldwide. Lady Gaga YouTube Official Channel
Justin Bieber
Justin Bieber - Top 10 Most Followed Celebrities of Twitter
Justin Bieber, the Canadian sensational pop singer, songwriter and actor is #2 on the list with 16699311 followers, 120663 followings and 12929 tweets on Twitter. Justin Bieber was discovered by Scooter Braun in 2008 through Bieber’s videos on YouTube and later on became his manager. Justin Bieber’s debut album, “One Time”, was released in 2009 and ruled charts in Canada and also charted on the top 30 in several international markets. He became the first music artist to have 7 songs from a debut album chart on the Billboard Hot 100.The next sensational music video of Justin Bieber “Baby” is ranked as the most viewed and discussed video on YouTube. Justin Bieber has bagged numerous awards such as artist of the Year at 2010 American Music Awards, Best New Artist and Best Pop Vocal Album at the 53rd Grammy Awards. Justin Bieber became an Internet sensation within few months, with a huge fan following, and an enthusiastic manager arranging record deals for the teenager. He has a massive and loyal fanbase on Twitter, who is believed to have ‘Bieber Fever’ and are nicknamed as ‘Bielbers’. Justin Bieber YouTube Official Channel
Katy Perry
Katy Perry - Top 10 Most Followed Celebrities of Twitter
A breathtaking singer, songwriter, and musician, Katy Perry is #3 on the list having 14203278 followers, 82 followings, and 3663 tweets. She is best known for her over-the-top fashion statement, unusual stage props, and appealing songs, Katy Perry has become a pop music sensation within months. “Fireworks” and “I Kissed a Girl” were some of the most admired songs of hers. In 2009, she got engaged with the British comedian Russell Brand on a trip to India. On October 23, 2010, they got married in India in a traditional Hindu ceremony. The young pop music sensation has huge ambitions for her future. With a signature perfume and great film opportunities heading her way, Katy Perry will surely make her dream come true. Katy Perry YouTube Official Channel
Shakira
Shakira - Top 10 Most Followed Celebrities of Twitter
Incredibly successful Colombian pop singing and dancing sensation, Shakira is #4 on the list with 13014799 followers, 43 followings and 1232 tweets. She has won 2 Grammy Awards, 12 Billboard Latin Music Awards, and 7 Latin Grammy Awards. Shakira is one of the highest-selling Colombian artists and the second highest victorious female Latin singer with her album sales at 9.6 million. With her smashingly successful albums, Shakira has become a singing idol in the Spanish-language markets. She is best known for her tough vocals and marvelous hip-shaking belly dance moves. Her songs “Whenever, Wherever” and “Underneath Your Clothes” were pop chartbuster hits. In 2001, with the success of her first English album “Whenever, Wherever” she became the highest-selling singer worldwide. Her second hit “Waka Waka” from her second album Sale el Sol became the theme song for the FIFA World Cup 2010. Shakira YouTube Official Channel
Kim Kardashian
Kim Kardashian - Top 10 Most Followed Celebrities of Twitter
Kim Kardashian has earned a sophisticated celebrity status with her curvilinear style, a series of workout DVDs, a hit reality TV show and a shocking sex tape showcasing her sexual exploits with ex-boyfriend, rapper Ray J with the passing years. She is #5 on the list with 12730496 followers, 164 followings and 10128 tweets. In 2006, she also opened a boutique with her sisters. Kim Kardashian is an American socialite, model, actress, TV personality, and businesswoman. She is most known for starring in the reality series with her family “Keeping up with the Kardashians”. With the development in her career as a reality television star, Kim Kardashian tape gained dishonor as the subject of a sex exploitation which later on resulted in a court awarding her $5 million. She has been involved in the manufacture of several clothing lines and fragrances. Ever since, Kim Kardashian’s celebrity status has grown with every passing day. She has become the most Googled celebrity in the year 2008. Kim Kardashian YouTube Official Channel
Britney Spears
Britney Spears - Top 10 Most Followed Celebrities of Twitter
A great blend of youthful worthiness and promising sexuality, Britney Spears is #6 on the list with 12613885 followers, 418155 followings and 1390 tweets. She has become a renowned singing sensation since years whose music album sales have reached to grand proportions. Britney Spears, an American recording artist and entertainer, became the driving force behind the return of pop music in the late ’90s. The epic success of Spice Girls and Backstreet Boys definitely cemented the way for Britney Spears own profitable breakthrough, but she didn’t just become a singing star rather became a authentic pop trend. She sells millions of records and became the most successful female singers of the era. The debut music video, “Baby One More Time,” outfitted her in typical Catholic-school ceremonial dress and helped her in becoming an international sex symbol. By the time “Baby One More Time” finally commenced ruling the album charts; Britney Spears was ready to release her album. “Oops I Did It Again” appeared in the spring of 2000, and was an instant smashing hit into the Top Ten. Thereafter, she launched several hits which topped the charts including “Toxic,” “Everytime,” “Womanizer” and “Me against the Music.” In 2009, the single “4″ “Womanizer by Britney Spears” topped the charts, and became another grand hit in her singles kitty. Britney Spears YouTube Official Channel
Rihanna
Rihanna - Top 10 Most Followed Celebrities of Twitter
A smashing singing sensation, Rihanna is #7 on the list with 12346573 followers, 714 followings and 4126 tweets. As a teenager in 2005, Rihanna turned to singing star with her release of first single “Pon de Replay” with her stunning voice and commanding presence.”Pon de Replay,” became a hit club track that rocked at No. 2 spot on the Billboard singles chart and made Rihanna the next upcoming pop superstar. With her first album,” Music of the Sun”, released later the same month, rocked at No. 10 on the Billboard albums charts “If It’s Lovin’ That You Want” Rihanna was truly a pop superstar. Rihanna soon released her second album, “A Girl like Me” next year with two grand hits in “Unfaithful” and “SOS”. Rihanna beyond her constant strings of hits and her composed public image, she is still just a vulnerable youthful woman who has experienced many adversities in recent years, and often struggles to keep it up with it. Rihanna YouTube Official Channel
Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift - Top 10 Most Followed Celebrities of Twitter
The Singing, songwriting superstar and musician, Taylor Swift is #8 on the list with 10551304 followers, 69 followings and 1223 tweets. Taylor Swift’s grandmother was a professional opera singer, and she soon followed in her footsteps. Taylor Swift commenced singing at a selection of local events such as fairs and contests. She sang “The Star-Spangled Banner” at the age of 11 at a Philadelphia 76ers game and started writing her own songs and learning guitar at the age of 12. She released her first song, “Tim McGraw,” in 2006, and became a smashing hit on the country charts. The song was also featured in her self-titled debut album in October same year, selling more than 2.5 million copies. More popular singles included “Our Song,” “Teardrops on My Guitar” “ Speak Now” “Picture to Burn,” and “Should’ve Said No” in her successful tracks. Taylor Swift YouTube Official Channel
Selena Gomez
Selena Gomez - Top 10 Most Followed Celebrities of Twitter
A beautiful actress, Selena Gomez is #9 on the list with 9822471 followers, 677 followings and 1953 tweets. Selena began her career as an actress in the year 2001, with the popular children’s show Barney & Friends, as Gianna. She also played a small role in the movie Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over in 2003 and as Julie on Walker in 2005. Selena Gomez also played a role of Emily Grace Garcia in the TV show Brain Zapped in 2006, and also recorded a song for the show. In 2006, Selena Gomez got her first important role when she did a cameo as Gwen in The Suite Life of Zack and Cody on Disney Channel. Selena Gomez also played the role of the evil Mikayla in Hannah Montana. Selena Gomez landed with her first starring role as Alex Russo in the series Wizards of Waverly Place on Disney channel in 2007. Selena Gomez also started growing a great music career. She started with recording a cover of “Cruella de Vil” for DisneyMania 6 in 2008. Additionally, she also recorded three more songs for her movie “Another Cinderella Story” along with a song for the animated movie, Tinker Bell. Selena Gomez videos has billions of collective views on YouTube. Selena Gomez YouTube Official Channel
Oprah Winfrey
Oprah Winfrey - Top 10 Most Followed Celebrities of Twitter
An American TV host, actress, philanthropist and producer, Oprah Winfrey is #10 on the list with 8949221 followers, 40 followings and 1775 tweets. She entered the Tennessee State University in the year 1971 and started working in radio and television broadcasting in Nashville. Further in 1976, Oprah Winfrey moved to Baltimore, wherein she hosted a TV chat show, “People Are Talking” which became a hit and she continued hosting the show for 8 years. Within few months, Oprah Winfrey’s open and affectionate personal style had won her 100,000 more viewers and taken her show first in the ratings. She launched the Oprah Winfrey Show in 1986 as a nationwide syndicated program and with its telecast on 120 channels and a massive audience of 10 million people thereby grossing $125 million on its first year, for which Oprah Winfrey received $30 million. In 1992, Oprah Winfrey got engaged to Stedman Graham, a public relations executive and they now lives in Chicago. Oprah Winfrey YouTube Official Channel
