Top Searches and Trends of 2024: A Recap of Google’s Year in Search
“Global Searches in 2024: From Sporting Events to Celebrity Deaths, Here’s What the World Was Looking For”
In the fast-paced world of the internet, what were people searching for in 2024? According to Google’s Year in Search report, the top searches globally included coverage of sporting events, news about the US election, and updates on the latest iPhone release. From blockbuster movie releases to TikTok trends and style advice, the internet was buzzing with a variety of topics that captured the world’s attention.
The most-searched subject in 2024 around the world was news about Copa América, followed by the UEFA European Championship and the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. The unexpected passing of singer and former One Direction member Liam Payne also garnered significant interest, along with updates on President-elect Donald Trump and the new iPhone 16 release.
In the US, the top searches included news about the election, the New York Times’ game Connections, and the Yankees. Americans also showed interest in celebrity deaths, with searches for Toby Keith, who passed away after battling cancer, topping the list.
On the entertainment front, Diddy was the top-searched musician globally, while the Netflix hit “Baby Reindeer” was the most-searched TV show. In the realm of fashion and style, Americans were searching for the viral “mob wife aesthetic” and asking if skinny jeans were back in style.
From food and drink recipes to sports teams and TV shows, the Year in Search report offers a fascinating glimpse into the topics that captured the world’s attention in 2024. As we look back on the year that was, it’s clear that the internet continues to be a hub of information and entertainment for people around the globe.
