Global Courant 2023-05-30 07:17:18
While not defined by Merriam’s Webster Dictionary, the term “Swiftie” is used to describe all people who identify as Taylor Swift fans.
This weekend, a bevy of stars embraced their inner Swiftie and flocked to New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium to catch a glimpse of the celebrated and adored pop star.
Musicians including Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes, actors including Paul Rudd and Miles Teller and even athlete Aaron Rodgers all went viral for their performances on the show, leaving fans confused.
CAMILA CABELLO & SHAWN MENDES
Former couple Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes were spotted together at the Taylor Swift concert after sparking rumors that they had rekindled their romance. (John Scheder)
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While their relationship status with each other remains up in the air, Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes assured fans that they’re still team Swift and attending the Era’s tour on Friday.
The former couple was photographed being openly affectionate in the infamous VIP tent, frequented by Swift’s family and celebrity friends.
Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes cuddled up in the infamous VIP tent during Taylor Swift’s Era’s Tour. (BACK GRID)
Both artists are strong supporters of Swift, with Cabello serving as a previous opener for Swift’s 2018 “Reputation” tour.
Mendes collaborated with Swift on a remix of her song “Lover”.
AARON RODGERS, MILES AND KELEIGH NARRATOR, PAUL RUDD
Aaron Rodgers went viral on social media for joining Taylor Swift’s concert. (Elsa)
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Aaron Rodgers has seemingly embraced MetLife Stadium as his new home, with his recent trade to the New York Jets.
Social media went into a frenzy on Friday when the revered quarterback was caught dancing and singing along to Swift’s tunes.
Rodgers let his Instagram followers know he was at the event, teasing his performance alongside Keleigh, the wife of “Top Gun: Maverick” actor Miles Telles. Counter was also present. “Taylor Time,” wrote the Super Bowl champ.
Aaron Rodgers shared on his Instagram story that he was at the Taylor Swift concert at MetLife Stadium this weekend. (Instagram Aaron Rodgers)
Teller starred in Swift’s music video for her song “I Bet You Think About Me,” featuring Chris Appleton, which was notably directed by her longtime boyfriend, Blake Lively.
Miles Teller and his wife Keleigh spent the evening watching Taylor Swift with Aaron Rodgers. (Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic)
The trio was also captured mixing with “Ant-Man” actor Paul Rudd.
Fan video captures Rudd waving to fans during the concert.
MARISKA HARGITAY & CARA DELEVINGNE
Two members of Swift’s original “squad,” Mariska Hargitay and Cara Delevingne, reunited on the Era’s tour in what was a stacked celebrity section.
“Law & Order: SVU” actress Hargitay posted a photo next to model Delevingne, referencing their iconic appearance in Swift’s star-studded music video “Bad Blood” from her 1989 album.
In 2015, Hargitay and Delevingne shared the stage with Swift on her “1989” tour. The trio stepped offstage in what was a memorable moment for fans in Philadelphia.
In 2015, Mariska Hargitay and Cara Delevingne took the stage with Taylor Swift on her 1989 tour. (Dimitrios Kambouris/LP5/Getty Images for TAS)
LIN MANUEL MIRANDA AND MOLLY RINGWALD
Hollywood and Broadway music executive Lin-Manuel Miranda shared his experience of the show and snapped a photo with “Sixteen Candles” actress Molly Ringwald.
A fan made a video of her gifting Miranda a bracelet, a common transition honored by Swifties at her concerts. The idea of exchanging friendship bracelets was inspired by her song “You’re On Your Own Kid” and the lyrics “make the friendship bracelets, take the moment and taste it.”
Ringwald attended the show with her daughter Adele, 13. A fan caught a sweet moment where Ringwald snapped a photo of her excited daughter.
“There are certain moments in a girl’s life that are unforgettable… Thank you Taylor Swift,” she wrote in a now-expired Instagram story.
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GAL GADOT
“Wonder Woman” and super mom Gal Gadot was also spotted with her kids at the concert.
The actress shared a series of photos highlighting the exciting night and admitted that one of her children was tired.
Gal Gadot took her kids to the Taylor Swift concert and shared her appreciation for the star on Instagram. (Nina Westervelt/Variety)
“Even with one happy and sleepy kid I had the best time. @TaylorSwift you are such an inspiration,” the 38-year-old wrote.
In another photo, Gadot captured a security guard looking mesmerized during Swift’s set, writing, “Even the toughest security guy can’t stop singing.”
Gal Gadot shared her experience of the Era’s Tour, noting that one of her children was happy while the other was sleepy. (Gal GadotInstagram)
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ICE SPICE
Karma was lined up for the crowd on nights one and three of the MetLife Stadium portion of the Era’s Tour, when rapper Ice Spice showed up for the night’s final song. While performing the remix of Swift’s song “Karma”, featuring Ice Spice, both women walked offstage and played to screaming crowds.
Ice Spice made an appearance during night 1 and 3 of Taylor Swift’s MetLife Stadium performances. (Kevin Mazur/TAS23/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management)
On Friday evening, Swift also debuted her surprising music video with Ice Spice during the concert.
Taylor Swift surprised fans with a performance of “Karma” featuring Ice Spice. (Kevin Mazur/TAS23)
Other stars spotted during Swift’s three-day stay in Jersey included Bradley Cooper, Ben Stiller, Mike Meyers, Gordon Ramsay, Julia Garner and Emily Ratajkowski.
Swift’s tour continues through August, with her next performance in Chicago.
Caroline Thayer is an entertainment writer for Fox News Digital. Follow Caroline Thayer on Twitter at @carolinejthayer. Story tips can be sent to caroline.thayer@fox.com.
