What is the most famous tweet of all time?

The most famous tweet, measured by likes, is the announcement of actor Chadwick Boseman's death in August 2020, a poignant tribute from his family that resonated globally, becoming the first tweet to surpass 5 million likes. Other highly famous tweets include Barack Obama's 2017 quote on racial harmony, which garnered millions of likes, and various viral giveaways, like Yusaku Maezawa's 2019 cash giveaway, making it the most retweeted tweet.

What is the most popular tweet of all time?

The most liked tweet of all time was posted on American Actor Chadwick Boseman's Twitter account by his family members in August 2020 after his passing. As of January 2023, the post had seven million likes. Ranking second was a tweet by Elon Musk from April 2022, suggesting he would purchase Coca-Cola.

Who received the 44 billion for Twitter?

Elon Musk bought Twitter for approximately $44 billion in October 2022, taking the social media platform private and subsequently rebranding it as X. The deal involved Musk, along with co-investors, acquiring Twitter at $54.20 per share to transform it into a private company, although its valuation has fluctuated significantly since the purchase.
 

What was the very first tweet?

A working prototype of Twttr was up and running by March 2006. After that, they rejected several alternative names, including FriendStalker (for which we're all grateful). Then, on March 21st, Dorsey, using the handle @Jack, sent out the first tweet: “just setting up my twttr”.

What is the most tweeted moment in history?

Multi-platinum artist Beyoncé caused a Twitter frenzy upon revealing a “baby bump” following her performance at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards. Thanks to Beyoncé's 2 million followers, among others on Twitter that night, this moment holds the top spot as the world's most tweeted moment.

The Most Viral Tweet of All Time

What tweets go viral?

A viral post is any post that receives a higher-than-average amount of engagement from your followers and other users. This could mean a spike of just a thousand impressions, though many viral tweets get tens of thousands of likes and replies.

What is the 4-1-1 rule on Twitter?

The 4-1-1 Rule for Twitter (now X) is a content marketing guideline suggesting that for every six posts, four should be valuable, relevant content from others (curated), one should be original but educational/informative, and only one should be directly self-promotional (a "hard sell"). This strategy, developed by Andrew Davis and popularized by Joe Pulizzi, balances engagement with subtle promotion, preventing followers from feeling spammed and fostering a social, helpful presence rather than a purely sales-focused one.
 

Has Twitter lost 90% of its value?

Yes, for a period after Elon Musk bought Twitter (now X) for $44 billion in 2022, its value plummeted, with Musk himself citing a 90% loss and investors marking it down significantly (around 70-80%) due to advertiser flight and management changes, though recent reports in early 2025 suggest a potential rebound to near the original $44 billion valuation through new financing, Financial Times, AOL.com, Yahoo Finance. 

What is the longest tweet ever posted?

Taylor Buley, a writer for Forbes, has broken the Twitter world record. His tweet about Benjamin Franklin's maxim about the inevitability of taxes was a humongous 247 characters long. I wrote humongous to add a bit of oomph to the opening paragraph – I think it worked.

Why did Musk fire 80% of Twitter?

Elon Musk drastically cut Twitter's (now X) workforce by about 80% after his 2022 takeover to reshape the company culture, cut costs, and demand extreme dedication, leading to mass layoffs of existing staff and those who didn't accept the "hardcore" work demands, aiming for efficiency by removing perceived bureaucracy and focusing on "all in" employees, though it sparked significant controversy and legal challenges. 

What is Elon Musk diagnosed with?

Elon Musk publicly shared that he has Asperger's syndrome, a form of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), during his 2021 appearance as host of Saturday Night Live, noting it explained his unusual communication and intense focus, which he linked to his drive in business. While Asperger's isn't a formal diagnosis anymore (merged into ASD), Musk's self-disclosure highlighted traits like literal thinking, difficulty with social cues, and exceptional concentration, which he feels have been assets in his work with SpaceX and Tesla.
 

Why did China ban Twitter?

The Twitter Ban in China

Back in 2009 amidst the Urumqi protests, Twitter was blocked from using in mainland China due to the Chinese government's suspicions that rioters used the two platforms to organize themselves.

Who was the first celebrity to hit 100 million followers on Twitter?

Other notable figures such as Barack Obama, Donald Trump, Narendra Modi and Cristiano Ronaldo each have over 100 million followers. Katy Perry was the first person to surpass the 100 million follower milestone, in June 2017.

What is the most liked post ever?

Lionel Messi, the current record-holder, at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The most-liked post as of December 2025 is of the Argentine footballer Lionel Messi and his teammates celebrating the 2022 FIFA World Cup win at Lusail Stadium in Lusail, Qatar, which has been liked by over 74 million different accounts.

How much does Twitter pay for 1,000,000 views?

X (formerly Twitter) pays creators roughly $8.50 per 1 million organic tweet impressions through its Ad Revenue Sharing program, though this varies, requiring creators to have 500+ followers and 5 million views in 3 months to qualify for payments, while actual earnings depend on ad engagement, subscriber count, and other factors. Some reports suggest it could be even lower, while other platforms offer significantly more for the same views. 

What is the most retweeted tweet ever?

The most retweeted tweet of all time is Yusaku Maezawa, a Japanese billionaire, promising money to 100 people. In other words, it's another money giveaway.

What is the most viral tweet ever?

X does not provide a full official list, but news and mainstream media often cover the topic. As of January 2026, the most-liked tweet has over 6 million likes and was posted by the account of American actor Chadwick Boseman, announcing his death from cancer.

Who paid 44 billion for Twitter?

Elon Musk bought Twitter for approximately $44 billion in October 2022, taking the social media platform private and subsequently rebranding it as X. The deal involved Musk, along with co-investors, acquiring Twitter at $54.20 per share to transform it into a private company, although its valuation has fluctuated significantly since the purchase.
 

What tweets disappear in 24 hours?

The correct answer is fleets. Twitter introduced Fleets in November 2020. The feature lets Twitter users post full-screen photos, videos, reactions to tweets or plain text that disappears after 24 hours. Fleets came years after Snapchat and Facebook introduced similar options for their users.

Is Twitter dying or growing?

The question of whether Twitter (now X) is dying or growing is complex, with data suggesting continued user engagement but declining value and reports of user flight, pointing towards stagnation or slow decline in key areas despite retaining a significant user base for specific purposes like news and niche communities. While it still has hundreds of millions of users, metrics like advertiser spending and overall valuation have fallen sharply, and some reports highlight decreased US usage and increased toxic content post-acquisition, creating a mixed picture. 

Who now owns Twitter?

Since 2022

Elon Musk completed his acquisition of Twitter in October 2022; Musk acted as CEO of Twitter until June 2023 when he was succeeded by Linda Yaccarino. Twitter was rebranded to X on July 23, 2023, and its domain name changed from twitter.com to x.com on May 17, 2024. Yaccarino resigned on July 9, 2025.

What is the 50 30 20 rule in social media?

The 50/30/20 rule for social media is a content strategy balancing 50% engaging/value-driven content, 30% branded/informational content, and 20% promotional content, aiming to build trust, inform, and sell without overwhelming audiences, ensuring a diverse mix to keep followers interested and convert them into customers. It prevents constant selling, fostering community and brand loyalty by focusing on audience needs first, then brand promotion.
 

What is the golden rule of Twitter?

The Golden Rule: Tweet Others The Way You Want To Be Tweeted. Tweet others the way you wanted to be tweeted. Sounds so simple yet every day you see things on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram that are perplexing. Being kind to others is so important: in life and on social media.

How much is a 100k follower Twitter account worth?

A Twitter (X) account with 100k followers has varying worth, but generally, it's valued based on engagement and niche, potentially ranging from hundreds of dollars for a basic sale to thousands monthly if monetized well, with estimates suggesting earnings of $100-$500+ per sponsored post, though a specific sale price depends heavily on audience quality and content relevance.