The announcement of the death of "Black Panther" star Chadwick Boseman was the most shared on Twitter worldwide in 2020, and got the most "likes" of any Tweet ever, the social media platform said on Monday. 
 
The Aug. 28 post by Boseman`s family saying the actor had died of colon cancer at age 43 was "liked" some 7.6 million times, Twitter said, releasing data of the most shared events on its platform for 2020. 
 
US&nbsp;President Donald Trump, himself a prolific user of Twitter, was the person most tweeted about worldwide in 2020, followed by his Democratic opponent and winner in the November elections, Joe Biden. 
 
K-Pop group BTS were the No.1 most tweeted about musicians in the United States for a fourth straight year, reflecting the South Korean boy band`s milestones on the US singles charts and successes at award shows. 
 
Former US&nbsp;President Barack Obama`s tribute to Kobe Bryant as a "legend on the court" after the death of the basketball player in a helicopter crash in January, was second among likes and retweets. 
 
George Floyd, the Black man whose death in May in Minneapolis under the knee of a white police officer prompted worldwide protests against racism, was the third most tweeted about person in the world in 2020, while the hashtag #BlackLivesMatter was the second-most popular after #COVID19, Twitter said. 
 
Rapper Kanye West, who ran for the White House in November and whose mental health raised concerns, took second place among musicians, Twitter said. 
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The announcement of the death of "Black Panther" star Chadwick Boseman was the most shared on Twitter worldwide in 2020, and got the most "likes" of any Tweet ever, the social media platform said on Monday.

The announcement of the death of "Black Panther" star Chadwick Boseman was the most shared on Twitter worldwide in 2020, and got the most "likes" of any Tweet ever, the social media platform said on Monday. The Aug. 28 post by Boseman`s family saying the actor had died of colon cancer at age 43 was "liked" some 7.6 million times, Twitter said, releasing data of the most shared events on its platform for 2020. US President Donald Trump, himself a prolific user of Twitter, was the person most tweeted about worldwide in 2020, followed by his Democratic opponent and winner in the November elections, Joe Biden. K-Pop group BTS were the No.1 most tweeted about musicians in the United States for a fourth straight year, reflecting the South Korean boy band`s milestones on the US singles charts and successes at award shows. Former US President Barack Obama`s tribute to Kobe Bryant as a "legend on the court" after the death of the basketball player in a helicopter crash in January, was second among likes and retweets. George Floyd, the Black man whose death in May in Minneapolis under the knee of a white police officer prompted worldwide protests against racism, was the third most tweeted about person in the world in 2020, while the hashtag #BlackLivesMatter was the second-most popular after #COVID19, Twitter said. Rapper Kanye West, who ran for the White House in November and whose mental health raised concerns, took second place among musicians, Twitter said.

Chadwick Boseman, Donald Trump and pop group BTS dominate Twitter in 2020

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's decision to step back from their royal duties has been one of the topmost trending stories of the day. From discussing whether they will shift to Canada to how they will manage time between North America and the UK, speculative stories around the British royal couple have been the talked-about news today. Among other Hollywood stories, Selena Gomez released a new album 'Rare', Drake and Future collaborated, Leonardo DiCaprio's organisation donated $3 million to Australia wildfire and more.&nbsp;

<h2>Read our top 5 Hollywood new stories of the day here:</h2>

Meet the 'half royals', Prince Harry and Meghan Markle; how will the separation from the family work out for the couple?

Crashing the internet yesterday with their shocking news, Prince Harry and&nbsp;Meghan Markle announced that they will step back from senior roles in the royal family - a move that has now raised questions about how they will earn an income, who will pay for their security, and what their new positions will involve. Exactly how they will combine private work and royal duties remain unclear.&nbsp;

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/meet-the-half-royals-prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-how-will-the-separation-from-the-family-work-out-for-the-couple-273295">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/meet-the-half-royals-prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-how-will-the-separation-from-the-family-work-out-for-the-couple-273295</a>

Selena Gomez releases new album 'Rare' and the title track is all about a past lover not treating her right

Another latest trending story is Selena Gomez releasing her full album 'Rare'. The pop star released&nbsp;‘Rare’ as some songs really delve deep into her struggle while the title track particularly sounds like her last ode to the former relationship with Justin Bieber with whom she had a love-hate relationship for a decade. The two would be together on an off while they would take breaks in between. Justin Bieber is married to Hailey Baldwin -- whom he started dating right after he broke up with Selena for the last time and then made it official the same year.&nbsp;

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/selena-gomez-releases-new-album-rare-and-the-title-track-is-all-about-a-past-lover-not-treating-her-right-273369">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/selena-gomez-releases-new-album-rare-and-the-title-track-is-all-about-a-past-lover-not-treating-her-right-273369</a>

Brazil top court sides with film on 'gay Jesus', rejects ban

Netflix film 'The First Temptation of Christ'&nbsp;got some relief from Brazil's highest court as it ruled out banning the movie.&nbsp;The head of the Supreme Federal Court sided with the OTT platform's appeal against a temporary injunction banning the movie on Thursday. The court denied the idea that the film was insulting Christians.&nbsp;

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/brazil-top-court-sides-with-film-on-gay-jesus-rejects-ban-273335">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/brazil-top-court-sides-with-film-on-gay-jesus-rejects-ban-273335</a>

'Should be good at waving': Trevor Noah has a job offer for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

Trevor Noah had a good laugh on Thursday at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's expense. The South African comedian took sly digs at the royal couple hours after they announced their decision to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/as-prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-announce-separation-uk-monarchy-scrambles-for-solution-273323">step back</a> from senior roles in the royal family.&nbsp;

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/comedian-trevor-noah-takes-a-dig-at-prince-harry-meghan-markle-273380">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/comedian-trevor-noah-takes-a-dig-at-prince-harry-meghan-markle-273380</a>

Leonardo DiCaprio's organisation to donate $3 million for Australia wildfire relief

In another trending news story, actor Leonardo DiCaprio's environmental organisation&nbsp;announced a donation of $3 million towards the devastating bush fires that are ravaging Australia. He joined a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/kylie-jenner-donates-1million-to-australia-wildfire-relief-efforts-272937">long list of celebs</a> who have out to help with the relief efforts.&nbsp;

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/leonardo-dicaprios-organisation-to-donate-3-million-for-australia-wildfire-relief-273374">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/leonardo-dicaprios-organisation-to-donate-3-million-for-australia-wildfire-relief-273374</a>

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's decision to step back from their royal duties has been one of the topmost trending stories of the day. From discussing whether they will shift to Canada to how they will manage time between North America and the UK, speculative stories around the British royal couple have been the talked-about news today.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's decision to step back from their royal duties has been one of the topmost trending stories of the day. From discussing whether they will shift to Canada to how they will manage time between North America and the UK, speculative stories around the British royal couple have been the talked-about news today. Among other Hollywood stories, Selena Gomez released a new album 'Rare', Drake and Future collaborated, Leonardo DiCaprio's organisation donated $3 million to Australia wildfire and more. Read our top 5 Hollywood new stories of the day here: Meet the 'half royals', Prince Harry and Meghan Markle; how will the separation from the family work out for the couple? Crashing the internet yesterday with their shocking news, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced that they will step back from senior roles in the royal family - a move that has now raised questions about how they will earn an income, who will pay for their security, and what their new positions will involve. Exactly how they will combine private work and royal duties remain unclear. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/meet-the-half-royals-prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-how-will-the-separation-from-the-family-work-out-for-the-couple-273295 Selena Gomez releases new album 'Rare' and the title track is all about a past lover not treating her right Another latest trending story is Selena Gomez releasing her full album 'Rare'. The pop star released ‘Rare’ as some songs really delve deep into her struggle while the title track particularly sounds like her last ode to the former relationship with Justin Bieber with whom she had a love-hate relationship for a decade. The two would be together on an off while they would take breaks in between. Justin Bieber is married to Hailey Baldwin -- whom he started dating right after he broke up with Selena for the last time and then made it official the same year. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/selena-gomez-releases-new-album-rare-and-the-title-track-is-all-about-a-past-lover-not-treating-her-right-273369 Brazil top court sides with film on 'gay Jesus', rejects ban Netflix film 'The First Temptation of Christ' got some relief from Brazil's highest court as it ruled out banning the movie. The head of the Supreme Federal Court sided with the OTT platform's appeal against a temporary injunction banning the movie on Thursday. The court denied the idea that the film was insulting Christians. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/brazil-top-court-sides-with-film-on-gay-jesus-rejects-ban-273335 'Should be good at waving': Trevor Noah has a job offer for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Trevor Noah had a good laugh on Thursday at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's expense. The South African comedian took sly digs at the royal couple hours after they announced their decision to step back from senior roles in the royal family. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/comedian-trevor-noah-takes-a-dig-at-prince-harry-meghan-markle-273380 Leonardo DiCaprio's organisation to donate $3 million for Australia wildfire relief In another trending news story, actor Leonardo DiCaprio's environmental organisation announced a donation of $3 million towards the devastating bush fires that are ravaging Australia. He joined a long list of celebs who have out to help with the relief efforts. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/leonardo-dicaprios-organisation-to-donate-3-million-for-australia-wildfire-relief-273374

Top 5 Hollywood news today: 'Half royals' Harry-Meghan, Selena Gomez's album 'Rare', gay Jesus film

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