Taylor Swift Praised by Hayley Williams, Tim McGraw And More
Taylor Swift has clinched the title of “most intriguing person” of the year, as declared by People magazine. The accolade comes on the heels of her groundbreaking Eras Tour, the re-recordings in Taylor’s Version and the ongoing public fascination with her relationships, both within her celebrity friend circle, featuring the likes of Selena Gomez, Sophie Turner and Gigi Hadid, and her romance with Kansas City Chiefs tight end, Travis Kelce.
Sabrina Carpenter, a friend and one of the openers for the Eras Tour, sheds light on Swift’s allure, attributing it to her uncanny ability to personally connect with every individual in the audience. The ‘Anti-Hero’ singer also highlights Swift’s offstage charm, describing her as a baking aficionado. Carpenter quips, “And offstage she is still a superstar, but she’s a superstar who’s really good at baking.”
Adding to the chorus of praises, Aaron Dessner, a frequent collaborator, emphasizes Swift’s down-to-earth nature and strong work ethic. He reveals a side of Swift not often seen by the public, recounting moments where she took on the role of a gracious host, personally cooking breakfast and dinner for those around her.
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Country music veteran Tim McGraw, a former peer of Swift’s and the inspiration behind her debut single in 2006 commends her balance between strategic promotion of her work and embracing a normal, human existence. McGraw notes, “She knows when, where, how to promote [her work], but she also knows when, where, how to be normal and be a human just living her life.”
Swift’s dominance extends beyond the “most intriguing person” designation. She claims the top artist spot for 2023 on both Spotify and Apple Music. Forbes further cements her influence by ranking her as the fifth most powerful woman globally, estimating her year-end net worth at a staggering $1.1 billion.
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Musically, Taylor Swift continues to make waves, securing two new No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 with ‘Is It Over Now?’ and ‘Cruel Summer,’ which reached its zenith four years after its release. The accompanying ‘Eras Tour’ film shatters records as the highest-grossing concert movie of all time.
Despite these remarkable achievements, Hayley Williams of Paramore believes this is merely the tip of the iceberg for Taylor Swift. Williams cautiously expresses, “I’m almost afraid to say it, but I kind of think she’s just getting started.” As Swift continues to redefine success and break barriers, the world eagerly awaits the next chapter in her illustrious career.
