Celebrities to Join Steemit - The impact!

In this article we look at the impact celebrities will have on joining our beloved steemit.

Founded 11 years ago, Facebook has become an outlet for connecting, networking and sharing interesting content.

As the largest social network, the platform boasts 1.39 billion monthly active users, many of whom include big-name celebrities.

Here's a breakdown of the most-liked people on Facebook, according to social media tracking firm Fan Page List, counting down from number 10.

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10 Justin Bieber – 72,724,746 likes

Justin Bieber's Facebook page is largely populated with selfies and screen grabs of his magazine covers. His social media presence is, however, surpassed by his bank account. With a reported net worth of $200 million, the pop star has sold more than 25 million albums globally

9 Bob Marley – 73,513,881 likes

Even 34 years after his death, the posts on the performer's page receive thousands of "likes" and comments from fans.

8 Will Smith – 73,691,492 likes

Will Smith has a whopping net worth of $220 million. In addition to his massive social media following, the actor and rapper has been nominated for four Golden Globe Awards and two Academy Awards.

7 Michael Jackson – 75,300,478 likes

Nearly six years after his death, Michael Jackson still edges out some of music's biggest names in terms of followers. In October, he topped Forbes' list of the highest-earning dead celebrities.

6 Lionel Messi – 77,881,494 likes

Lionel Messi is sixth on the most-followed list, and he's also among the wealthiest soccer players in the world. Messi, who plays for Argentina and FC Barcelona, has a net worth of approximately 180 million and an annual base salary of nearly $45 million.

5 Rihanna – 81,549,344 likes

Rihanna

Rihanna's Facebook page is sure to keep fans clued in. The performer, whose empire is worth an estimated $140 million, pulls in an impressive amount of followers

4 Eminem – 91,991,971 likes

Eminem is no stranger to social recognition.As a rapper, producer and actor, Eminem has a net worth of $190 million. Will the real Slim Shady please stand up?

3 Vin Diesel – 93,172,315 likes

Vin Diesel's well-liked account is a compilation of inspirational tidbits paired with (often shirtless) glamour shots that provide a relatively personal view into his life. Best-known for his roles in "Saving Private Ryan," "The Chronicles of Riddick" and the "Fast and the Furious" franchise, Vin Diesel's net worth is approximately $75 million.

2 Shakira – 100,732,587 likes

With talents including singer, songwriter and belly dancer, Shakira has built herself quite the fan base—with the social media following to prove it.

1 Cristiano Ronaldo – 103,576,615 likes

How big is Ronaldo's Facebook following? Big enough !!. Not only is the famed Portuguese and Real Madrid soccer player No. 1 on the most-followed list, but he is also the second-richest soccer player in the world (after David Beckham) with a net worth of $250 million and an annual salary of $45 million.

So with these celebrities bringing in millions of followers its hard to imagine they won't soon jump on the steemit platform, bringing a nation of new followers to steemit. This is an exciting time to be part of an ever growing social platform.
We've seen the like of bebo, msn messenger and myspace be replaced. Could Steemit be a revolutionary social media platform? With big players like these, and many more, only time will tell.

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