In a moment of happiness over her boyfriend Travis Kelce's Super Bowl accomplishment, Taylor Swift took a hearty gulp of beer, much to the dismay of certain fans who criticized her actions and labeled her a negative influence.
From the confines of her private suite, the "Shake It Off" singer's image appeared magnified on the jumbotron screen.
Observing herself and her close friend Ashley Avignone displayed prominently on the live scoreboard, the 34-year-old Grammy winner seized the opportunity to raise a beer in solidarity with her boyfriend as he faced the challenging San Francisco 49ers.
Taylor Swift's Super Bowl Stunt
In a divided response to her actions, opinions about the act varied greatly.
While some found it enjoyable and lighthearted, some expressed discontent, labeling her a bad influence for young audiences watching from their homes.
Fans flocked to X, previously known as Twitter, to express their thoughts on what they saw.
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— NFL (@NFL) February 12, 2024
Among the comments was one that stood out, as one social media user expressed their disappointment for Taylor Swift downing a beer and her boyfriend engaging with his coach in a spirited manner.
One individual voiced their opinion: "When Taylor Swift is seen chugging a beer, it gives off a negative image, especially considering her reputation."
Another person expressed their disappointment: "I find it quite distasteful to witness Taylor Swift engage in beer chugging. Is she truly the kind of role model we want our daughters to look up to?"
"Nice - NFL highlights Taylor getting wasted and Travis with anger management issues," a third person tweeted.
Another questioned, "Was that necessary On live TV ? Where are kids watching the Super Bowl game?"
A fifth person wrote, "I know people can live how they want, but I think that given [Taylor] knows that young children look up to her, she could be a little more aware of little ones looking in, especially since more people are tuning in to watch the NFL."
Meanwhile, singer Ice Spice also found herself surrounded by controversy when she was photographed holding her cross necklace upside down and making peculiar hand gestures during a televised event. What transpired only added fuel to the fire.
But amid the ongoing debate, Taylor Swift's heart was filled with joy on Sunday when her boyfriend Travis and his team emerged victorious in the Super Bowl.
Following the historic triumph of the Kansas City Chiefs, the "Anti-Hero" singer couldn't contain her excitement and rushed onto the football field, where the couple exchanged warm embraces and passionate kisses to commemorate the extraordinary game experience that Taylor described as nothing short of "unbelievable."
