Is it true that Lisa (BLACKPINK) is the most famous person in the world, second only to Ronaldo?
Information regarding Lisa’s popularity ranking is sparking debate among netizens.
Social media is abuzz with news that Lisa (BLACKPINK) has been named by Forbes as the “most famous woman in the world,” ranking second on the list of most popular figures of all time, behind only football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo. This information spread rapidly, leading many to believe that the K-pop idol has achieved another historical milestone. According to shared information, the ranking is said to have been published by Forbes in June 2026. Lisa is described as a rare K-pop artist whose influence extends beyond music, making a strong impact in fashion, advertising, and global social media. Meanwhile, Cristiano Ronaldo continues to hold the number one position thanks to his enduring influence over many years.
Social media is spreading information claiming Lisa is the most famous woman in the world, second only to Ronaldo overall.
However, upon verifying the source, the results show that all of this information is completely inaccurate. Comparing it with the data updated on Forbes’ homepage as of the end of June 2026, there is no ranking called “all-time popularity,” nor is there a list placing Lisa in second place after Ronaldo.
In reality, the circulating article is a translation and adaptation of a post titled “Forbes Crowns LISA the World’s Top Woman – and #2 Overall.” Notably, this article did not originate from Forbes but was posted on a BLACKPINK fan-run website called blackpink-fansite.com on June 28, 2026. The content is presented in a fan-made format, using a misleading title to give the impression that the information was published by Forbes.
In reality, the circulating article is a translation and “rehashed” version of a post titled “Forbes Crowns LISA the World’s Top Woman – and #2 Overall” on a BLACKPINK fan website.
The inclusion of Forbes in the title leads many to assume it’s an official source. However, a direct check on Forbes reveals that the rankings updated in May and June 2026 are familiar lists such as The World’s Highest-Paid Athletes 2026, Global 2000, or Real-time Billionaires. There are no categories for “world’s most famous person” or “all-time popularity.”
While Cristiano Ronaldo does indeed top The World’s Highest-Paid Athletes 2026, this ranking is based on athletes’ earnings, calculated from salaries and commercial contracts, and is completely unrelated to their level of fame.
The spread of false information has generated much controversy on social media platforms.
The spread of false information has created much controversy on social media platforms. Many Ronaldo fans criticized the inclusion of the Portuguese star’s name in a fictitious ranking to add weight to the information. Some netizens also argued that using Forbes’ name to create fake rankings inadvertently dragged Lisa into unnecessary controversies.
Lisa doesn’t need fabricated rankings to prove her influence.
In fact, Lisa doesn’t need fabricated rankings to prove her influence. After nearly 10 years of working with BLACKPINK and developing her solo career, the Thai idol has established herself as one of the most famous K-pop stars in the world. She has over 100 million followers on Instagram, constantly appears in campaigns for top luxury brands, and is one of the most influential faces of the Hallyu wave. Guinness World Records has also repeatedly recognized Lisa and BLACKPINK’s achievements globally.
Lisa’s international reputation was further solidified when she contributed vocals to the song “Goals” and appeared at the opening ceremony of the 2026 World Cup.
These achievements are all real milestones, recognized by official organizations and events. Therefore, creating non-existent rankings and labeling them as Forbes not only fails to enhance Lisa’s image but also makes her the center of unnecessary controversy. More importantly, such fake information disrupts the news environment, making it difficult for readers to distinguish between verified achievements and those fabricated by fans to increase their reach.
