Top 10 most liked YouTube videos of all time in 2026

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These are the top ten all-time most liked short and long-form videos around the world on YouTube in January 2026.

Luis Fonsi’s Despacito was recently replaced as the most-liked video on YouTube for the first time since July 2017. This music video, which debuted in 2017, has continued to capture audiences worldwide, maintaining its status as a summer anthem and holding its record for several consecutive years. MrBeast’s short video Would You Fly To Paris For A Baguette? is now the most liked video on YouTube.

YouTube Shorts has significantly impacted the rankings of major artists in the top 10 most liked videos. Artists who once held strong positions, such as Adele and Maroon 5, have seen their rankings drop as a result. The surge in popularity of these short-form videos has introduced new creators and content that resonates with viewers, redefining the leaderboard. Consequently, some established artists have been replaced by fresh faces and trending clips, illustrating the shifting preferences of the digital audience.

We last looked at this list in February last year, when Despacito was dethroned by MrBeast. Despacito is still the second most liked of all-time, most liked music video and most liked non-Short video. The only change since last year is the removal of “Bubbles Gun” from channel What’s Idea, whose content has since turned to upload solely AI slop. This has seen the tenth position be claimed by MrBeast, his fourth addition to the list.

Revisit the list regularly to stay informed about the newest updates. The list is updated on a continual basis, ensuring it remains current with the latest changes.

We have separate lists for the top 10 most-like music videos and non-music videos. Find the most-like music videos here. Find the most-liked non-music videos here.