Why is Cristiano Ronaldo so famous?

#3 The CR7 brand

He is a fashionable guy and owns his own brand

Off the pitch, too, the name Cristiano Ronaldo is also very popular. The Portuguese star established his very own fashion brand “CR7” and is now a recognised name around the world.

His first fashion boutique under the name “CR7” was opened in the city where he was born in Portugal, Madeira, and the stores include diamond-studded belts, jeans with leather pockets and patented buckled loafers.

He also opened a museum, Museu CR7, in his hometown of Funchal, Madeira, to display trophies and memorabilia of his life and playing career.

Ronaldo has also established a strong presence within various social media platforms. He is one of the most popular sportspersons on social media and has over 200 million total followers across Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

He is also the most followed athlete on Twitter with 50 million followers and is the most followed footballer on Instagram with 93 million followers!