Taylor Swift ditched Met Gala 2024 for crucial scheduling reason
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Taylor Swift may have had the perfect outfit in mind for this year’s Met Gala, which followed the theme “Garden of Time,” but other commitments kept her from attending. The Grammy-winning musician, 34, missed fashion’s biggest night due to crucial rehearsals for the European leg of her Eras Tour, which kicks off in Paris later this week.
Although previous reports suggested that Swift might make her red carpet debut with boyfriend Travis Kelce at the event, People Magazine confirmed that she would not be attending. Instead, the singer-songwriter, who recently released her double album The Tortured Poets Department in April, chose to focus on rehearsals and tour preparations ahead of her spring and summer shows.
This update came amid news that Lana Del Rey, one of Swift’s friends and collaborators, attended the Met Gala and posed with Kim Kardashian, who is often perceived as Swift’s “enemy.” Del Rey collaborated with Swift on her previous album, Midnights, contributing to the track “Snow on the Beach.” However, Del Rey struggled to remember the names of the songs from Swift’s recent The Tortured Poets Department album, sparking concerns about the state of their relationship.
The interaction between Del Rey and Kardashian at the Met Gala has left some fans speculating about Swift’s potential reaction, given her notorious feud with the reality TV star. The feud dates back to 2016 when Kardashian’s then-husband Kanye West released the controversial song “Famous,” which included lyrics about Swift. Kardashian later leaked a recording of a phone conversation between West and Swift, which ignited a public spat.
Despite these tensions, Swift chose to remain focused on her upcoming tour, which has been a massive commercial success. The Eras Tour, which showcases songs from across Swift’s discography, has been widely praised for its elaborate stage production, extensive setlists, and captivating performances. The European leg is highly anticipated, with tickets selling out rapidly across multiple venues.
Swift’s dedication to her craft and her fans is evident in her commitment to the Eras Tour, prioritizing her rehearsals over the glamour of the Met Gala. Her decision reflects the immense pressure and preparation required for such a large-scale production, especially one spanning multiple countries and featuring a wide variety of songs from her extensive catalog.
While Lana Del Rey’s friendly pose with Kardashian may have stirred speculation about the dynamics of her friendship with Swift, it remains unclear how much weight Swift places on such interactions. Fans are eagerly awaiting her European performances, confident that Swift’s meticulous preparation and artistic prowess will result in a memorable tour.
As for the Met Gala, it seems Swift will leave her mark on the event indirectly, with fans and fashion enthusiasts imagining what stunning ensemble she might have worn had she attended. But for now, Swift’s focus remains firmly on her music and the fans eagerly awaiting her Eras Tour performances in Europe.
