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KMBZ Today’s Pop Artists with the largest social media following

Today’s Pop Artists with the largest social media following

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Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande
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By Marni Zipper, Audacy

Pics or it didn’t happen, right?

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Well, these Popstars are constantly giving us images and content that not only proves their absolute domination of Instagram but of the world too. From Ariana Grande to Rihanna we break down the top 10 Popstars with the biggest social media followings and what kind of content they serve their adoring followers.

Check out our list below.

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Rihanna
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10 Rihanna - 93 Million

The FENTY mogul, also known as badgalriri on the gram has 93 million followers who are all waiting to see what she drops next…. particularly if it's anything related to a glimmer of new music.

Demi Lovato
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9 Demi Lovato - 100 Million

Demi Lovato often uses her Instagram platform for good. Whether candidly discussing mental health or body image, Demi has found a platform where she can use her voice for change, giving her 100 million followers a glimpse into the causes she is most passionate about.

Katy Perry
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8 Katy Perry - 114 Million

Katy Perry, queen of camp, knows how to do Instagram right. Her 114 million followers get served hilarious video clips, stunning photos, and of course amazing musical moments.

Miley Cyrus
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7 Miley Cyrus - 125 Million

From Hannah Montanna to punk, badass, queen, Miley Cyrus is always keeping her 125 million followers entertained. From posting throwback photos from her Disney Channel days to serving Miley mullet realness, the Plastic Hearts rocker has her feed on lock.

Nicki Minaj
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6 Nicki Minaj - 131 Million

Coming in at 131 million followers, Nicki Minaj’s Instagram platform often feels like a Barbie dream world. Additionally, the new mom has shared adorable photos of her first son on Instagram, which adds a whole new level of sweetness to her account.

Jennifer Lopez
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5 Jennifer Lopez - 145 Million

Do you think Jenny from the block would have ever imagined 145 million fans and followers on Instagram? Well regardless, JLo consistently slays on the gram, from her #SelfcareSunday posts to fiery performance photos. The artist, whose career spans decades has never stopped bringing us the heat.

Taylor Swift
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4 Taylor Swift - 150 Million

Launching two surprise albums in one year works out well when you have 150 million followers. Taylor Swift knows how to satisfy her followers and most certainly keeps us on our toes when dropping new albums via social media announcements.

Beyoncé
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3 Beyoncé - 168 Million

168 million followers on Instagram is just one of the many other reasons why Beyoncé wears the title of “Queen Bey” so well. From superstardom to acting, to directing, to producing, to Ivy Park launching, it only makes sense that Bey has 168 million eyeballs on her content at all times

Selena Gomez
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2 Selena Gomez - 215 Million

Superstar and beauty business mogul, Selena Gomez comes in the second spot with 215 million followers on her IG platform alone. That’s no feat to shrug off. With an audience always wanting more, Gomez’s upcoming album, REVELACION, could not arrive sooner.

Ariana Grande
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1 Ariana Grande - 225 Million

Coming in at a whopping 225 million followers, Ariana Grande is the most followed pop star on Instagram. Ari certainly is not saying “thank u, next” to all her Arianators.

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