Updated May 15th, 2023 at 09:11 IST

Taylor Swift halts concert to defend fan from security misbehaviour | WATCH

Taylor Swift interrupts her Philadelphia concert to protect a fan mistreated by security personnel, earning praise from fans and netizens.

Reported by: Simple Vishwakarma
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Taylor Swift’s reputation for being fiercely protective of her fans was on full display during her recent Eras Tour stop in Philadelphia. The singer-songwriter stopped her performance mid-song to address security personnel who were reportedly mistreating a fan. Swift has made it clear that she will not tolerate any disrespect towards her fans.

In a video that has since gone viral, Swift can be seen stopping security guards during her performance of Bad Blood after noticing they were mistreating a fan who had apparently been taking pictures too close to the barricade. "She's fine," Swift can be heard saying in the video. "She wasn't doing anything." Swift then shouts "Hey! Stop!" and "Stop!" again, before going back to performing the choreography of the song.

The incident has garnered praise from fans and netizens, who have taken to social media to commend Swift's actions. Many have called her a Queen for standing up for her fans and refusing to tolerate any disrespect toward them. According to a report by Variety, the Eras Tour does not allow photography during the concert, which may have been the reason for the security guards' behavior. However, Swift's intervention has sent a clear message that she will not tolerate any mistreatment of her fans, even if it means interrupting her performance.

Eras Tour Details

The Eras Tour began in March 2023 in Glendale, Arizona and will wrap up in the U.S. with the last night of five-night concerts at L.A.'s SoFi stadium on August 9. Taylor Swift has long been known for her close relationship with her fans, often interacting with them on social media and going out of her way to make sure they feel valued and appreciated. This latest incident only serves to reinforce that reputation and cement her status as a true champion for her fans.

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Published May 15th, 2023 at 09:11 IST