Tragedy struck a Taylor Swift concert in November 2023 during her Eras Tour in Rio Di Janeiro, Brazil. Fans were seemingly worried about the famed artist’s health who didn’t seem to be well on stage, followed by a fan’s death.
Did Taylor Swift pass out while performing? Here are all the details.
Did Taylor Swift pass out while on stage?
No, Taylor Swift did not pass out on stage during her Eras Tour in Brazil.
On November 17, 2023, while the singer was performing her songs on the stage, many fans noticed that the popular artist wasn’t able to catch a breath and was sweating badly, according to the BBC. This happened as the city was facing strong heat waves and temperatures were reportedly near 140 degrees Fahrenheit, which led to her health being affected.
During Swift’s performance, she took a moment before starting her next song. Moreover, she was also seen asking staff to hand out water bottles to the audience to keep them hydrated amidst poor ventilation and intense heat.
After the unsettling video of Swift went viral, fans were quick to take to social media to express their worries and concerns about her health. At the same event, a fan died, and the cause of death was thought to be heatstroke.
How did the Taylor Swift fan die during a concert?
Ana Clara Benevides Machado took her first-ever flight to Brazil to attend the Taylor Swift Eras Tour. Time 4 Fun, who organized the show, reported on Instagram that Ana was feeling unwell and was later taken to the first-aid center. Sadly, an hour later, she passed away.
As per AP News, Ana’s death was attributed by some to the intense heat and authorities began an investigation. Fans were reportedly not allowed to take any water bottles inside the stadium despite the rising temperatures.
After the tragedy, Swift shared a brief statement on her Instagram story. Swift’s statement read, “I can’t believe I’m writing these words but it is with a shattered heart that I say we lost a fan earlier tonight before my show. I can’t even tell you how devastated I am by this.” Being aware of the soaring temperature, Swift was quick to postpone her Eras Tour Concert in Brazil. She stated that the safety of her fans and crew was a top priority.
