Even when you’re traveling around the world for concerts, the show must go on, no matter the circumstances—even if you’re dealing with a pesky cold. This past weekend, Taylor Swift showcased her deep commitment to her fans in Edinburgh. Despite battling a runny nose, the pop superstar continued performing with all the energy and passion her fans adore.
While she performed, some concert-goers noticed Swift discreetly trying to manage her sniffles, possibly due to the brisk 46.4°F temperature in the venue.
In a clip that quickly spread across social media, Taylor was seen wiping her nose and casually brushing her hand across her skirt, leading to a range of online reactions.
Some fans were concerned and expressed their sympathy, noting her unwavering dedication. On the flip side, a few voiced their disapproval.
On social media, opinions poured in. One commenter pleaded, “Someone, please get Taylor Swift some tissues! It’s surprising how often I’ve seen her wiping her nose like that.” In contrast, another viewer defended her actions with understanding, “I’m not a Swiftie myself, but I can’t understand why anyone would fault her for wiping her nose. So what else was she really expected to do?” Amidst the fuss, many pointed out that even while feeling under the weather, she didn’t let her performance falter.
Swift’s tour in the UK began with a bang, captivating three packed crowds in Edinburgh. This marked her long-awaited return to Scotland after several years of absence.
Afterwards, she gears up for an impressive set of eight performances at London’s iconic Wembley Stadium. Following these are scheduled shows in Cardiff and Liverpool. It’s anticipated that a staggering 720,000 fans will make their way to just the London shows, with her time in the UK expected to inject around £1 billion into the local economy.
Each attendee in the UK is predicted to shell out an average of £848, covering tickets, travel, accommodations, and merchandise, to witness their idol on stage.
Excitement surrounds the tour, but it’s not without its challenges. Ticketing frustrations have surfaced among UK fans as they compete with international buyers, especially those from the US.
American fans are drawn to the shows partly due to the favorable exchange rates and the lower ticket costs compared to the US. Their influx has made it increasingly difficult for local fans to snag tickets.
Those UK fans, eagerly anticipating Taylor’s return, have expressed their concerns online. Many feel the international demand has driven up ticket costs, creating additional hurdles in booking nearby lodgings, especially in popular cities like Edinburgh.
Nevertheless, despite any hurdles, Swift’s “Eras Tour” continues to achieve remarkable success. To date, she has delighted audiences with 53 shows in the US and plans to perform 50 more across 18 European cities.
Once her European dates conclude, she is set to head back to the US for even more concerts in places like Miami, New Orleans, and Indianapolis. In doing so, she ensures millions of her devoted fans worldwide have the opportunity to experience her captivating performances.
For Taylor Swift, dealing with occasional setbacks such as a cold while performing is just another part of her dedication to her fans, proving time and again that the connection she shares with them is always her foremost priority.
