Taylor Swift news diary: Pop star takes fans behind-the-scenes of Eras Tour in music video
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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.
Malala Yousafzai’s first Taylor Swift concert was a dream come true
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Malala Yousafzai’s first concert experience at Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in London’s Wembley Stadium was deeply meaningful for the Nobel Peace Prize winner.
Having grown up in Mingora, Pakistan, under the oppressive rule of the Taliban, Malala faced severe restrictions, including a ban on girls' education and playing music.
Despite the dangers, she became an outspoken activist, drawing global attention to the plight of girls in her region.
In 2012, Malala survived an assassination attempt by a Taliban gunman, which only strengthened her resolve to continue her activism.
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Attending Taylor Swift’s concert was a significant moment for Malala, who had long admired Swift’s music.
She shared the experience on Instagram, highlighting how music had impacted her life during difficult times.
The concert was not just a musical event for her but a symbol of resilience and the power of art to inspire and uplift, making it a transformative experience that went beyond the usual first-concert excitement.
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Taylor Swift shares Eras Tour secrets in her 'I Can Do It With a Broken Heart' video
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During her London show at Wembley Stadium, Taylor Swift surprised fans with a new music video for her song "I Can Do It With a Broken Heart" (ICDIWABH), from her 11th album, 'The Tortured Poets Department.'
The video, filled with behind-the-scenes footage from her massive Eras Tour, played on the big screens as the concert ended, leaving many fans speechless.
The video reveals some tour secrets, including the "cleaning cart" Swift uses to enter the stage and how she performs her iconic dive into the stage.
The release, which occurred at 6 pm ET on August 20, features a time-lapse of fans entering the stadium and a pre-show huddle with Swift and her team, showing their unity and excitement before taking the stage.
The surprise element, coupled with the exclusive backstage glimpse, made the video debut a memorable moment for fans in attendance.
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Taylor Swift shatters Wembley Record at the end of her UK Tour
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Taylor Swift concluded the European leg of her Eras Tour with a record-breaking performance at Wembley Stadium, filled with surprises.
She was joined on stage by Florence + The Machine and Jack Antonoff of Bleachers, premiered a new music video, and gave the first live performance of 'So Long, London.'
This was her eighth concert at Wembley this summer, surpassing Michael Jackson's record for most solo performances at the venue during a single tour.
Swift expressed her gratitude to fans, noting, "You just made me the first solo artist to ever play Wembley eight times in a single tour."
Her achievement also tied 'Take That's overall record for the most nights at Wembley on a single tour. The tour, which spanned two years and 131 dates, played to nearly 1.2 million people in the UK alone, contributing an estimated £1 billion to the country's economy.
The impact was so significant that a team of geophysicists in Edinburgh recorded seismic waves generated by fans dancing during her performance at Murrayfield Stadium.
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Taylor Swift drops a big announcement, and fans lose it
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Fans were left disappointed when Taylor Swift did not announce the release date for 'Reputation' (Taylor's Version) during her final London Eras Tour show on August 20.
However, Swift made up for it by premiering a new music video for 'I Can Do It With a Broken Heart' from her album 'The Tortured Poets Department.'
The video, which quickly appeared on YouTube, delighted fans who flooded the comments with excitement.
Reactions included praise for Swift's surprise gift, with one fan commenting, "Mother never stops being the best mother," and others expressing their joy over the behind-the-scenes footage and the randomness of the surprise.
Many had speculated about a 'Reputation' (Taylor's Version) announcement due to perceived hints, such as Swift’s new bodysuit design and a stage move reminiscent of the album's snake imagery.
Despite these predictions, fans left the concert with a new music video and two surprise guest appearances, rather than the expected album announcement.
Swift will take a two-month break before resuming her Eras Tour on October 18 with shows in Miami.
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Taylor Swift's beau Travis Kelce in talks to headline Lionsgate action comedy 'Loose Cannons'
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Recent Super Bowl champion Taylor Swift's NFL boyfriend Travis Kelce is set to star in 'Loose Cannons,' an action comedy in development at Lionsgate.
While plot details remain confidential and filming is not expected to begin immediately due to the NFL season, the film will feature a script by Timothy Dowling (Pixels) and will be produced by Chad Stahelski, Jason Spitz, and Alex Young of 87Eleven Entertainment.
This project will mark Kelce's feature film debut.
In addition to Loose Cannons, Kelce is also set to appear in 'Grostesquerie', a horror drama from Ryan Murphy premiering on FX on September 25.
The series, which centers on a detective investigating a series of unsettling crimes, stars Niecy Nash-Betts, Lesley Manville, and Courtney B Vance. Kelce’s role in Grostesquerie has not been disclosed yet.
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