Lesser-Known Facts About Ronaldo
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Discover some intriguing and lesser-known aspects of Cristiano Ronaldo's life with these amazing facts that go beyond the football pitch:
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Ronaldo is fluent in several languages, including Portuguese, English, Spanish, and a bit of Catalan.
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He has a museum dedicated to his career, the CR7 Museum, located in his hometown of Funchal, Madeira.
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Ronaldo doesn't drink alcohol. He has maintained a disciplined lifestyle throughout his career to prioritize fitness and performance.
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His full name is Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro, and he was named after Ronald Reagan, the former President of the United States, whom his father admired.
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Ronaldo's father passed away when he was 20 years old due to liver failure, a fact that deeply affected him.
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He is known for his incredible leaping ability and has been reported to jump higher than the average NBA player.
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Ronaldo has a charitable side and has donated significant amounts to causes such as children's hospitals and cancer research.
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He owns a fashion boutique named CR7, showcasing his interest in style and clothing.
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Ronaldo has a wax statue in the Madame Tussauds museum in London, capturing his likeness for posterity.
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He is a family man and has four children: Cristiano Jr., twins Eva and Mateo, and daughter Alana Martina.
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Ronaldo is known for his strict diet, which avoids carbonated drinks, sweets, and foods high in fat.
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He is the first footballer to reach one billion dollars in career earnings, combining salary, endorsements, and business ventures.
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Ronaldo is a car enthusiast and has a remarkable car collection, including Ferraris, Lamborghinis, and Bugattis.
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He wore the number 28 shirt when he first joined Sporting Lisbon and Manchester United before adopting his iconic number 7.
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Ronaldo has a love for animals and has been seen supporting various animal welfare causes.