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Taylor Swift Live Updates: Look-Alike Fan, Eras Tour Highlights, and More
By Sabrina Picou, Sara Whitman, Bernie Zilio, Nicholas Hautman, and Kaydi Pelletier
Updated Dec. 27, 2024, 8:48 p.m. ET
Stay up-to-date with the latest news about Taylor Swift, from music updates and fan theories to glimpses of her life with Travis Kelce. Follow our live coverage for everything Swift-related:
Fan mistake for Taylor Swift at Chiefs Game Identified
By BreAnna Bell
A woman mistaken for Taylor Swift at the Chiefs vs. Steelers game on Christmas has revealed her true identity.
The fan, named Olivia, shared on TikTok that she and a friend were attending the game in box seats when they noticed people snapping photos of them. Afterward, stadium staff informed Olivia she had gone viral due to her resemblance to the pop star.
“I’m sorry to those who thought I was Taylor Swift,” Olivia said, sharing game photos and tagging her friend in the post.
Taylor Swift’s Acts of Kindness: A Winter Coat for a Fan
Taylor Swift once gave a fan the maroon winter coat off her back, along with a heartfelt note that read:
“So I went coat shopping for you, but it turns out there isn’t much selection in LA this time of year. So this is actually mine (now yours!), one of my favorites actually. I hope it keeps you warm.”
Even years later, Swift continues to give back. Recently, she gifted a young fan the same plaid Miu Miu set she wore during a visit to Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri.
Minnesota’s “Taylor Swift” Ticket Law Set to Launch
By Bernie Zilio
Starting January 1, Minnesota’s new “Taylor Swift” ticket law will take effect. Inspired by frustration over inflated prices during Swift’s Eras Tour, the law requires upfront cost transparency on ticket platforms and bans speculative sales.
Governor Tim Walz signed the bill in May to protect consumers by eliminating hidden fees and combating bulk purchases by bots.
Swift Beats Mariah Carey as Most-Streamed Artist This Week
Taylor Swift is Spotify’s most-streamed artist this week, surpassing Mariah Carey’s reign as the “Queen of Christmas.”
Despite this, Swift’s 2019 holiday hit, Christmas Tree Farm, didn’t make Spotify’s top 10 songs for Christmas Day. Meanwhile, Carey’s All I Want for Christmas Is You dominated the charts.
Fan Reactions as “Cruel Summer” Briefly Falls Off Spotify Charts
By Eileen Reslen
After an impressive 680 days on Spotify’s global chart, Taylor Swift’s hit Cruel Summer briefly dropped off before returning to No. 88.
Fans reacted online, with one commenting, “The Eras Tour is really over.” Released on her 2019 Lover album, Cruel Summer regained popularity in 2023 as part of her record-breaking tour.
Speculation About a Dolly Parton Collaboration
Fans believe a collaboration between Taylor Swift and Dolly Parton may be on the horizon.
Theories sparked after Parton followed Swift on Instagram. Many speculate Parton could feature on Swift’s re-recording of her debut album, Taylor Swift.
One fan tweeted, “If Dolly is on Debut TV, I’ll never shut up!”
The new state law aims to protect online buyers by eliminating hidden fees and combatting bots that purchase in bulk.ZUMAPRESS.com
The Real-Life Inspiration Behind “New Year’s Day”
Swift’s 2017 song New Year’s Day, from the Reputation album, was inspired by a party she hosted in London. She explained:
“Everyone talks about who you kiss at midnight, but I think it’s more romantic who’s there for you the next day, helping clean up the mess.”
The song’s poignant lyrics include:
“Please don’t ever become a stranger whose laugh I could recognize anywhere.”
Taylor Swift’s Go-To Cocktail Recipe
Looking for a New Year’s Eve drink? Try Taylor Swift’s favorite, the French Blonde.
Here’s the recipe:
- 2 oz grapefruit juice
- 2 oz Lillet Blanc
- 1 oz London Dry gin
- 1/2 oz elderflower liqueur
- 3 dashes lemon bitters
Shake ingredients with ice and serve in a martini glass—no garnish needed!
Swift and Kelce’s New Year’s Eve Plans
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce celebrated their first New Year’s Eve together last year at a private Kansas City party. Swift dazzled in a bejeweled silver minidress, while Kelce wore a bronze matching set.
The pair shared a midnight kiss and were joined by Patrick and Brittany Mahomes.
Taylor’s Domestic Era: Settling in Nashville
With her Eras Tour wrapped, Taylor Swift plans to make Nashville her primary home base, sources say. The move aligns with her desire to be closer to boyfriend Travis Kelce and her mom, Andrea.
Although she skipped Kelce’s Christmas Day game for security reasons, Swift showed her support by liking the Chiefs’ celebratory Instagram posts.
What’s your favorite Taylor Swift moment? Let us know in the comments!
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