Taylor Swift news diary: Kanye West under fire for name-dropping pop superstar in latest track
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Mark Hamill sparks debate as he lauds Taylor Swift's criticism of Trump in old tweet
Mark Hamill, known for his role in 'Star Wars' and an outspoken supporter of the Democratic Party, garnered attention by sharing an old tweet of Taylor Swift criticizing former President Donald Trump. In the tweet from May 2020, Swift condemned Trump's response to protests following the death of George Floyd, asserting that his presidency had fueled white supremacy and racism.
This tweet has aged remarkably well.
— Mark Hamill (@MarkHamill) February 13, 2024
Especially the "We will vote you out in November" part. https://t.co/Hl5iNM7qfw
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She concluded the post by stating, "We will vote you out in November." Hamill praised the tweet, noting its prescience, particularly in the light of Trump's eventual defeat in the November 2020 election. Swift's vocal support for the Democratic Party and her criticism of Trump's actions have sparked debate online, with Hamill's post gaining significant traction and views.
Kanye West denies claim that Taylor Swift had him removed from Super Bowl seat
Kanye West's representative denied rumors circulating on social media alleging that Taylor Swift had him removed from his seat at Super Bowl LVIII. Despite the denial, social media users remain skeptical and critical of the rapper. Adding fuel to the controversy, West's promotion of his Yeezy fashion line garnered attention for its unconventional approach, with a commercial filmed from a car's backseat.
EXCLUSIVE: Brandon Marshall says Taylor Swift allegedly got Kanye West kicked out of the Super Bowl after learning he bought tickets in front of her suite 👀 pic.twitter.com/sqLsTTqsAg
— I AM ATHLETE (@IAMATHLETEpod) February 13, 2024
Former NFL wide receiver Brandon Marshall shared an anecdote on his podcast, claiming Swift had West removed from his seat after he purchased seats in front of her private suite. Marshall recounted the incident, describing West's ejection from the stadium after Swift made calls to have him removed, alleging that he was trying to leverage her celebrity status.
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Swifties criticize Las Vegas Raiders star Maxx Crosby over comments on Taylor Swift's NFL presence
Las Vegas Raiders star Maxx Crosby invited the wrath of Taylor Swift fans, known as Swifties, after expressing his discomfort with the extensive coverage of Swift during NFL games. Crosby's remarks came after Swift shared a celebratory video from a Las Vegas nightclub following her boyfriend Travis Kelce's Super Bowl victory. While conservative commentator Tomi Lahren defended Swift, attributing the NFL's focus on her to the league's exploitation of her image, Crosby voiced frustration with the constant coverage of Swift during NFL broadcasts.
Despite acknowledging the business rationale behind it, Crosby's comments drew criticism from Swift's fans online, who argued that Swift's presence did not detract viewers from the game but attracted new viewers instead. Fans urged Crosby to direct his complaints towards the news media rather than blaming Swift for the attention she receives during NFL games.
Jason Kelce reveals Travis Kelce's relocation due to fan behavior, Swifties slammed
Philadelphia Eagles' center Jason Kelce stirred controversy on social media after disclosing that his brother, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, was forced to move houses due to the actions of Taylor Swift's fanbase, known as Swifties. Jason made the revelation during a podcast hosted by NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal, where he discussed Travis' fame following his relationship with Swift.
Travis' decision to relocate was prompted by safety concerns as fans reportedly showed up at his house, even after he moved to a gated community. Kelce's comments ignited backlash online, with many expressing discontent towards Swifties' behavior. Travis' purchase of a new $6 million mansion in Kansas City was seen as a response to the intrusions into his privacy.
Kanye West faces backlash for explicit references to Taylor Swift in latest track
Rapper Kanye West is in the news once again, this time for his latest track 'Carnival' from the album 'Vultures Volume 1', where he makes explicit references to pop icon Taylor Swift. The contentious lyrics have sparked anger among Swift's fans, who criticized Kanye for his 'obsession' with Swift. They speculated his motives for mentioning her in such a manner. The mention of Swift in conjunction with explicit lyrics has intensified long-standing tensions between the two artists, stemming from past incidents such as West's interruption of Swift's acceptance speech at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards.
While facing backlash for his controversial lyrics, Kanye also finds himself under scrutiny for other recent controversies, including difficulties booking venues for his tour and posting explicit images of his wife, Bianca Censori. Despite the negative attention directed at Kanye, his daughter North West received praise for her participation in a collaborative project with Kanye and Ty Dolla $ign, earning recognition as a 'star' on social media.
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