Taylor Swift sends heartful message to Swifties after shattering Michael Jackson's 35-year-old record

Taylor Swift sends heartful message to Swifties after shattering Michael Jackson's 35-year-old record
Taylor Swift has broken Michael Jackson's record (Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND: Taylor Swift, at just 34, shattered a decades old record as she lit up London’s Wembley Stadium for the eighth time on her Eras Tour.

This feat not only electrified fans but also eclipsed the legendary Michael Jackson’s seven-night run at the same venue.

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Taylor Swift performs onstage during
Taylor Swift performs onstage during 'Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour' at Wembley Stadium on August 15, 2024 in London, England (Photo by Gareth Cattermole/TAS24/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management )

Taylor Swift breaks Michael Jackson's 1988 record

Michael Jackson held the record for the most performances at Wembley Stadium by a solo artist during his 'Bad Tour' in 1988, where he performed seven shows.

This record stood for over 30 years until Swift recently broke it. 

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"You just made me the first solo artist to ever play Wembley eight times in a single tour," Swift told the crowd, her voice brimming with gratitude, according to BBC News. "We will never, ever be able to thank you enough for it."

Michael Jackson performs on stage on his BAD tour at Wembley Stadium on 23rd July 1988 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Pete Still/Redferns)
Michael Jackson performs on stage on his BAD tour at Wembley Stadium on July 23, 1988 in London (Photo by Pete Still/Redferns)

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Capping off the European leg of her tour, Swift shared the stage with Bleachers’ frontman Jack Antonoff, 40, and British powerhouse Florence Welch, 37, making it a night to remember.

With a flashing smile, Taylor Swift and Jack Antonoff stood back-to-back, guitars in hand, as they delivered electrifying performances of 'Death by a Thousand Cuts' from Lover and 'Getaway Car' from Reputation.

The energy was palpable, with the duo’s chemistry lighting up the stage.

Adding to the night’s magic, Florence Welch joined Swift for the debut live performance of their song 'Florida!!!,' creating a moment fans won’t soon forget.

Taylor Swift expresses gratitude for her 'best friend' Jack Antonoff  

As Taylor Swift introduced Jack Antonoff, she took a moment to reflect on the magic behind the Eras Tour.

"I think a lot about why I'm lucky enough to get to do a show like the Eras Tour, and it's because I've been fortunate enough to find friendships over the years that have been incredible collaborative and creative [forces]. I get to make music with one of my best friends in the world, and he's here tonight."

Swift went on to express just how much these moments mean to her, saying the songs she and Grammy-winning producer Antonoff performed that night were "some of my favorite ones that we've done together."

Swift and Antonoff also won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year for their work on 1989 at the 2016 Grammy Awards.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 14: (L-R) Taylor Swift, Jack Antonoff, and Aaron Dessner accept the
Taylor Swift, Jack Antonoff, and Aaron Dessner accept the Grammy Award for Album of the Year for their work on 1989 at the 2016 (Getty Images)

Their dynamic partnership has given rise to hits like 'Cruel Summer' and three of Swift’s Grammy-winning albums: '1989,' 'Folklore,' and 'Midnights.'

Antonoff also co-wrote and produced her 2022 anthem 'Anti-Hero.'

As the Eras Tour continues its legendary run, Swift is set to bring her magic back to the United States.

Fans can catch the 'Blank Space' star next at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on October 18, where she'll be joined by Gracie Abrams.

According to US Magazine, Swift's achievement also ties her with the English pop group Take That, who performed eight times during their Progress Tour in 2011. 

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