Taylor Swift news diary: Swifties discover singer’s lookalike in 1981 ad

Taylor Swift news diary: Swifties discover singer’s lookalike in 1981 ad
Taylor Swift's fans discovered her lookalike in a 1981 ad (Getty Images)

Welcome to our daily Taylor Swift news diary, your go-to source for the latest updates and insights into the world of one of today's most influential and celebrated artists.

Delve into Taylor Swift's dynamic icareer, public appearances, and the buzz within the entertainment industry as we provide you with a bite-sized overview of the happenings in the life of this multi-talented and ever-evolving artist.

Swifties discover Taylor Swift's lookalike in 1981 ad 

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PARK CITY, UTAH - JANUARY 23: Taylor Swift attends the 2020 Sundance Film Festival -
Taylor Swift's 1981 ad lookalike ignited time travel buzz online (Getty Images)

Taylor Swift celebrated for her chart-topping hits and captivating performances, has sparked a new wave of intrigue as she's playfully dubbed a 'time traveler.' This speculation arose after Swifties discovered a 1981 advertisement featuring a woman who bears a striking resemblance to Swift. 

The ad, which showcases a lady presenting the Glamour Gals doll collection with a jingle, has led fans to wonder if Swift could be a time traveler. 

One X user posted, "What’s Taylor Swift Doing in a Commercial from 1981? Time Traveler? #Doppelganger." The woman in the vintage ad has been identified as Toni Hudson, known for her role in the 1985 film Just One of the Guys and guest appearances on several iconic TV shows.

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Taylor Swift’s three-day concert canceled in Vienna

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Editorial use only and no commercial use at any time.  No use on publication covers is permitted after August 9, 2023. Taylor Swift performs onstage for the opening night of
Taylor Swift’s three-day concert shows were canceled in Vienna (Getty Images)

Taylor Swift's fans were stunned when her highly anticipated Vienna concert series was abruptly canceled due to security issues.

The pop sensation, known for hits like 'Karma' was scheduled to perform on August 8, 9 and10. However, the shows were canceled after authorities uncovered a plot involving two suspects who were planning terror attacks on major events.

Barracuda Music announced, “We have no choice but to cancel the three scheduled shows for everyone's safety. All tickets will be automatically refunded.”

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Swifties recall Taylor Swift’s ‘biggest fear’ of hosting massive arena

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Taylor Swift revealed her ‘biggest fear’ of hosting massive arena (Getty Images)

Swifties were reminded of Taylor Swift's deepest fear after the cancellation of her Vienna 'Eras Tour concerts. The incident has resurfaced in her 2019 admission about her anxiety over performing for large crowds. 

In 2019, Taylor Swift revealed in an Elle column her “biggest fear” of hosting massive arena events following the Manchester Arena bombing and the Las Vegas concert shooting. 

“I was completely terrified to go on tour this time because I didn’t know how we were going to keep 3 million fans safe over seven months,” the pop star confessed. “There was a tremendous amount of planning, expense, and effort put into keeping my fans safe,” she added.

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Taylor Swift thrilled to discover that Tim Walz is a Swiftie

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - JULY 17: Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz speaks at a Biden-Harris campaign and DNC press conference on July 17, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The press conference was held to address Project 2025 and Republican policies on abortion. (Photo by Jim Vondruska/Getty Images)
Tim Walz expressed his frustration over not getting Taylor Swift's Eras Tour tickets (Jim Vondruska/Getty Images)

Taylor Swift's fans recently unearthed a tweet from the Minnesota governor dating back two years and were thrilled to discover that Tim Walz, Kamala Harris's vice presidential pick, is one of their own. It quickly fueled their support for Vice President Kamala Harris’s VP choice.

In 2022, Walz shared a photo of his cat, Afton, lounging at his desk with a laptop and a Mountain Dew bottle in view. 

The caption read, “Afton, after being online all day and not getting Taylor Swift tickets,” highlighting the frustration Swifties experienced while trying to secure tickets for the Eras Tour on Ticketmaster. The platform’s crash due to overwhelming demand had left many fans upset.

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Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department' set to retain top spot despite 'Vultures 2' release

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Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign finally released their long-awaited collaborative album 'Vultures 2' following several delays (Getty Images)

Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign have finally released their long-awaited collaborative album 'Vultures 2' following several delays.

Despite the excitement surrounding its debut, projections for next week’s Billboard 200 albums chart suggest that Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department' will maintain its dominance. 

According to reports, 'Vultures 2' is expected to enter the chart at No. 2 with 68,000 album units, which includes both sales and streaming figures. However, Swift’s 'The Tortured Poets Department' is projected to hold onto the top spot with 125,000 album units, including 68,000 in sales.

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