Most Liked Instagram Posts – Updated Overview (2026)
The list of the most-liked posts on Instagram is
constantly changing, as new viral moments continue to capture global attention.
Because of this, no list can ever be completely final, and users often
contribute by adding new records with verified sources.
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Current Record Holder
As of early 2026, the most-liked post on Instagram
belongs to Lionel Messi. The post features Messi celebrating Argentina’s
victory in the 2022 FIFA World Cup at Lusail Stadium in Qatar.
Uploaded on December 18, 2022, the post shows Messi
holding the World Cup trophy after defeating France in the final. This iconic
moment has received more than 74 million likes, making it not only
Instagram’s most-liked post but also one of the most-liked posts across all
social media platforms.
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How the Record Changed Over Time
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The Viral Egg Phenomenon
Back in January 2019, an account called
@world_record_egg uploaded a simple image of an egg with one goal: to break
Instagram’s like record. At that time, the record was held by Kylie Jenner.
The egg image quickly went viral and became the
most-liked post on Instagram, gaining massive support from users worldwide. The
idea was created by advertising professional Chris Godfrey along with his team.
Even Jenner responded humorously by posting a video
cracking an egg, showing how viral the trend had become.
⚽ Messi Breaks All
Records
In December 2022, Messi shared a collection of photos
celebrating Argentina’s World Cup victory. The response was instant and
overwhelming:
- The
post reached 10 million likes in less than an hour
- It
crossed 50 million likes within 24 hours
- Within
a few days, it surpassed the viral egg post
Soon after, Messi’s post became the most-liked
social media post ever, beating records from other platforms:
- A
popular video on YouTube
- A
viral clip by Bella Poarch on TikTok
It also became the first Instagram post to cross 60
million and then 70 million likes, achieving this milestone in just a few
days.
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Conclusion
Instagram records are constantly evolving as new
trends, celebrities, and global events capture attention. While Messi currently
holds the top spot, future viral moments could easily reshape the rankings.
If you are creating content, this shows the power of:
- Global
events 🌍
- Emotional
moments ❤️
- Massive
fan engagement 👥
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