2023’s Most-Liked Instagram Posts: A Recap

Amidst the multitude of year-end lists, we present a glance at the most-liked Instagram posts of 2023, drawn from Wikipedia’s compilation of the 20 all-time most-liked posts as of November 4. This unofficial ranking showcases contributions from prominent figures like Selena Gomez, Cristiano Ronaldo, and an acclaimed photographer.

The leading post of 2023 hails from user @jiangzhibin24, featuring a mesmerizing sunset reel that amassed approximately 34.5 million likes. This reel stands out as the most-liked video post in Instagram history, claiming the sixth position among the most-liked posts overall.

Cristiano Ronaldo takes the spotlight in the next two 2023 entries, securing the 14th and 15th positions on the all-time list with action shots from his soccer games. Both posts garnered nearly 28 million likes each.

Selena Gomez concludes the 2023 lineup at the 19th spot on the all-time list and the fourth spot for the year. Shared on March 13, Gomez’s post, captioned “Violet chemistry,” includes two makeup-free selfies, demonstrating her enduring popularity on the platform.

As the year nears its end, these Instagram rankings offer a snapshot of the digital zeitgeist, with Gomez’s presence underscoring her continued influence as one of the most-followed individuals on the platform. While these rankings may hold steady, surprises could emerge in the year’s closing moments, adding a dash of unpredictability to this digital popularity contest.