Even when you’re on a whirlwind global tour, the show must go on—even if you have a cold.
Taylor Swift’s passion to her fans was on display this weekend in Edinburgh, where she continued performing despite signs of a runny nose.
During her performance, some fans spotted Swift wipe her nose surreptitiously, presumably due to the stadium’s low temperature of 46.4°F.
In a popular video, she was seen wiping her nose and brushing her hand across her skirt, which elicited a variety of comments on social media.
Some admirers expressed sympathy for her, while others offered criticism.
Many social media users commented, with one saying, “Someone, please get Taylor Swift some tissues! It’s wild how many times I’ve seen her wipe her nose.” Another admirer supported her behavior, saying, “I’m not even a Swiftie, but I don’t get why people are mad at her for wiping her nose. What else was she supposed to do?” Others noted that, despite being ill, she continued to perform without skipping a beat.
Swift’s UK leg began with three sold-out gigs in Edinburgh, her first Scottish visit in years. She will then travel to London for eight shows at Wembley Stadium, followed by performances in Cardiff and Liverpool. An estimated 720,000 admirers are expected to attend the London gigs alone, and her presence in the UK is predicted to generate around £1 billion in economic activity.
With ticket pricing, transport, hotels, and merchandising, each UK attendee is expected to spend an average of £848 to see their idol live.
While the tour has generated excitement, it has also resulted in ticketing problems, with UK fans competing with international buyers, particularly those from the US.
Many American fans, drawn by the strong dollar and lower European costs, have flocked to Swift’s European gigs, making it more difficult for locals to obtain tickets.
UK fans, who had eagerly expected Swift’s homecoming, expressed their dissatisfaction online, with some claiming that international demand has driven up rates and posed additional obstacles in reserving hotels, particularly in towns such as Edinburgh.
Despite the hurdles, Swift’s “Eras Tour” continues to break records. So far, she has performed 53 gigs in the United States and hopes to add 50 more in 18 European countries.
Following her European tour, she will return to the United States for additional performances in Miami, New Orleans, and Indianapolis, guaranteeing that millions of Swifties throughout the world see her live.
Swift considers addressing minor hitches, such as battling a cold on stage, to be part of her commitment to her fans, demonstrating that her passion extends beyond the glitter and splendor.
In every show, she demonstrates that, regardless of the hurdles, her relationship with her followers is her top priority.