One of the finest avenues for catching sight of your preferred stars, Instagram continues to be. It might be footage captured on a movie set, glamorous photo shoots, or just every second of an ordinary day; fans see a way to stay oh-so-connected with their famous idols. The next group of Instagram aficionadas is a handful of British celebrities.
Their almost 100 million combined followers serve as a reminder that Instagram has become a British invasion of sorts. As of June 2025, here are the ten UK celebrities with the most followers on Instagram—and here’s why they so consistently hold our attention.
1. David Beckham – 88M Followers
Even after hanging up his boots, global football star David Beckham remains one of the most high-profile public figures in the UK and around the world. His mix of styles and sweet family moments—often with wife Victoria and their children—make for intriguing posts on his Instagram account. Whether he’s holding forth on behalf of his MLS side Inter Miami or fronting for high-end fashion and lifestyle brands, the man knows how to keep the punters interested.
2. Dua Lipa – 88M Followers
Dua Lipa is a pop powerhouse and such a global music star that even her effortless fashion sense threatens to eclipse her music-making skills—if that were possible. Her Instagram account is not just colorful, a wild mix of artfully taken photos from her travels; it is also a wild book of fashion—outfits that run the gamut from what seems to be a quotidian teen look (mismatched plaid pants, cropped sweatshirt) to high-fashion pieces that Beyonce would envy. Lipa even winks at her Instagram account being a book of looks by putting on what seems to be the same outfit while taking pictures in two different places.
3. Emma Watson – 74M Followers
From star of Harry Potter to ardent activist, Emma Watson uses her platform to do the kind of good that only very few can do. She promotes social justice, pushes for gender equality, and advocates for sustainability. Her posts are not very frequent, but they are quite powerful; they range from normal to absolutely extraordinary. And, more often than not, they carry a message.
4. Millie Bobby Brown – 63M Followers
Millie became famous from her role in Stranger Things and has since developed into a business and fashion woman. She often lets us into her life with acting, her skincare line Florence by Mills, and her relationship with Jake Bongiovi, her fiancé. Fans adore her for being down-to-earth in a life that is sometimes unreal.
5. Adele – 58M Followers
Adele may not post every day, but when she does, the internet pays attention. Her not-so-frequent updates mostly consist of breathtaking pictures, video clips of her singing and/or speaking, or funny captions that reveal the good-natured side of her personality. No matter what the content of her post, Adele practically guarantees it will be memorable.
6. Zayn Malik – 54M Followers
Zayn has a unique solo music career since leaving One Direction. His current, refined direction is in the R&B genre. His Instagram page is artistic and has a “mood” to it. He sometimes teases fans with upcoming music. He is not a publicity hound, which makes him seem all the more awesome and mysterious.
7. Ed Sheeran – 48M Followers
Ed Sheeran is as down-to-earth as they come—his life is relatable, and my goodness, do his fans love him for it. Here is a guy who gives an Instagram update and also mentions, in a sweet manner, that he put out a new adult contemporary tune called “Overpass Graffiti.” Here is a guy who, in a recent feed portrait, has the mounds of publicized model clay figures in his home’s studio literally next to his arms and smiles and posted wisdom about college.
8. Cara Delevingne – 41M Followers
Model and actress Cara Delevingne is known for her audacious character and edgy looks. Her Instagram is a blend of high-fashion, film publicity, and the raw, unvarnished content that serves as an appropriate counterpoint to the glossy world of modeling and acting.
9. Lewis Hamilton – 38M Followers
The voice of change is more than just a racing legend. On Instagram, he shares peeks into the world of F1, his workouts, and climate change and diversity in sports updates. His account is part rallying cry, part runway.
10. Lily Collins – 29M Followers
Recently, she is best known for her lead role in Emily in Paris, but Lily Collins has a thriving film career that complements her thoughtful posts about mental health and personal growth. Her Instagram is bright and classy, filled with looks that are way more fashion-forward than anything I try in my own life. She travels a lot, and despite the fact that I sometimes think one should only Instagram the sights that indicate you truly traveled, she makes the most of every backdrop she encounters.
