The Wikimedia Foundation, the organization behind Wikipedia, has published its annual report highlighting the platform’s most-viewed pages, offering insights into trending topics and global interests.
In 2024, the English version of Wikipedia garnered over 76 billion views worldwide as of October, making it one of the most visited online knowledge hubs. The foundation’s report sheds light on what captivated audiences this year.
Top 10 Most-Viewed Wikipedia Articles in 2024
- Deaths in 2024 – 44.4 million views
- Kamala Harris – 29 million views
- 2024 United States Presidential Election – 27.9 million views
- Lyle and Erik Menendez – 26.1 million views
- Donald Trump – 25.3 million views
- Indian Premier League – 24.6 million views
- JD Vance – 23.3 million views
- “Deadpool & Wolverine” – 22.4 million views
- Project 2025 – 19.7 million views
- 2024 Indian General Election – 18.1 million views
Highlights
The list reveals a strong focus on political events in the United States and India, with articles about elections and prominent political figures dominating. Combined, these two nations contributed almost 50% of the platform’s total English-language pageviews.
Entertainment and sports also featured prominently, with the Indian Premier League and the Marvel franchise capturing significant attention.
This data provides a fascinating glimpse into the global zeitgeist, underscoring Wikipedia’s role as a key resource for millions seeking information on current events and cultural phenomena.
