Taylor Swift news diary: Internet goes crazy over ‘Tortured Poets Department’ leak claims

By Divya Kishore
Published on : 04:39 PST, Apr 18, 2024

Taylor Swift's ‘Tortured Poets Department’ will release on April 19 (Getty Images)

Welcome to our daily Taylor Swift news diary, your go-to source for the latest updates and insights into the world of one of today's most influential and celebrated artists.

Delve into Taylor Swift's dynamic career, public appearances, and the buzz within the entertainment industry as we provide you with a bite-sized overview of the happenings in the life of this multi-talented and ever-evolving artist.

Did Taylor Swift’s ‘Tortured Poets Department’ album get leaked?

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 19: Taylor Swift performs onstage during the 7th Annual We Can Sur — Taylor Swift performs onstage during the 7th Annual We Can Survive, presented by AT&T, a RADIO.COM event (Getty Images)

Though there is no official confirmation of whether Taylor Swift’s ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ album has been released wrongfully, her fans have been in shock. Many took to X to share their views as one tweeted, “Tip: Turn Your Device’s Volume COMPLETELY OFF on Twitter for the NEXT 24 HRS and REPORT EVERY POST spamming about album leaks! We got this! 🫡 #TSTTPD #TaylorSwift.”

“Please do not spread the leak of Taylor Swift’s new album. remember, this is Taylor’s work, respect it, just like you would your favorite artist. Don’t punish the artist for how their fans behave. the tortured poets department, out tomorrow,” another added.

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Shania Twain compliments Taylor Swift’s ‘hard work’

Shania Twain arrives for the Award Night Ceremony of the 18th Zurich Film Festival at Zurich Opera House on October 01, 2022 in Zurich, Switzerland. — Shania Twain arrives for the Award Night Ceremony of the 18th Zurich Film Festival at Zurich Opera House (Getty Images)

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Shania Twain hailed Taylor Swift in a recent interview, as reported by PEOPLE. The 58-year-old Canadian singer-songwriter shared, “That girl is working her butt off. She is living an exhausting existence, but she’s dedicated and committed to herself, to her art, and her work.”

“She’s an extremely hard worker, and I’m sure she’s got giant goals. But it’s not all about ambition: it’s about passion and committing yourself to your passion,” Twain added.

Michael J Fox's praise for Taylor Swift invites negative attention

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 08: Actors Michael J. Fox speaks during a — Michael J Fox speaks during a 'Back To The Future' Reunion (Getty Images)

Michael J Fox recently reportedly described Taylor Swift as someone who “changes the way the world works.” The retired actor expressed, “I think she's going to be a really important person. I think she moves economies, she changes the way the world works, and that's amazing.” But Fox was called out by some on the internet as one wrote on Facebook, “She’s an artist bro calm down.” Another added, “Maybe she moved up the economics, but she didn't change the way how world works… give me a break. She is just a singer. Average one.”

Taylor Swift’s fans scammed ahead of her Eras Tour in UK

PARK CITY, UTAH - JANUARY 23: Taylor Swift attends the 2020 Sundance Film Festival - — Taylor Swift attends the 2020 Sundance Film Festival - 'Taylor Swift: Miss Americana' Premiere at Eccles Center Theatre (Getty Images)

Many fans of Taylor Swift have complained of scams ahead of her Eras Tour in the UK in June and August. Lloyds Bank revealed that over 600 customers were conned as it also stated that nearly $12,47,824 (£1m) have been lost, BBC reported.

Mural ignites excitement among Taylor Swift fans ahead of release of ‘The Tortured Poets Department’

CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 30:Taylor Swift performs onstage during the 36th Annual Rock & Roll Hall O — Taylor Swift performs onstage during the 36th Annual Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony (Getty Images)

Taylor Swift has reportedly left her fans excited for her upcoming album ‘The Tortured Poets Department’. TODAY reported that a mural was found installed in Chicago that included 'TTPD' letters, and the number 13 along with a big QR code. But when people tried to scan it, it reportedly took them to the pop sensation’s YouTube page, where a message read, “Error 321.”