Taylor Swift Mourns Fan’s Death at Brazil Tour Stop
At her recent Eras Tour show in Brazil, Taylor Swift was hit with heartbreaking news as a fan passed away before the concert even started. The singer-songwriter took to her Instagram Story to share a statement expressing her devastation over the loss of the young fan.
“I can’t believe I’m writing these words but it is with a shattered heart that I say we lost a fan earlier tonight before my show. I can’t even tell you how devastated I am by this. There’s very little information I have other than the fact that she was so incredibly beautiful and far too young,” Swift wrote.
The international leg of the Eras Tour had just kicked off last week in Latin America, with the singer’s first stop being in Buenos Aires, Argentina, before heading to Rio De Janeiro, Brazil for the tragic night.
While details surrounding the fan’s death are still unclear, videos circulating on social media show Swift tossing water bottles to fans from the stage during the concert. People have claimed that the stadium where the show was held had banned fans from bringing in water bottles, despite temperatures rising to nearly 100 degrees on Friday.
In a video from the concert, Swift can be seen pausing the show to make sure fans get water, showing her concern for their wellbeing. “There’s people that need water right here, maybe 30, 35, 40 feet back. So whoever is in charge of giving them that, just make sure that happens. Can I get a signal that you know where they are?” she told the crowd.
Swift’s statement and actions during the show highlight her deep concern and grief over the tragic loss of a fan. The entertainment industry and fans alike have reached out with condolences and support for the singer during this difficult time. The Hollywood Reporter has reached out to Swift’s representative for further details.