Taylor Swift revealed on Instagram that she tested positive for COVID-19, forcing her to postpone her Eras Tour show in Chicago. The 34-year-old star shared a teary selfie, saying she had “dodged this for four years” but now needed to protect her crew, dancers and fans.
This is the first time in her 17-year career she has canceled a show due to illness. Insiders said she felt “achy and exhausted” after the previous night’s three-hour performance and a rapid test confirmed the diagnosis.
Her team is rescheduling the dates and implementing strict testing for staff. Fans flooded social media with #GetWellSoonTaylor messages, while fellow artists sent private support. Health experts praised her transparency, saying her influence could encourage testing. The postponed Chicago shows are tentatively planned for late August, with refunds available. Swift promised “double the pyro and triple the surprises” for fans once she recovers.