Taylor Swift Postpones Lover Fest And Reminds Fans To Stay Home

Over the last a number of weeks, artists have been canceling and postponing their tours as a result of the continuous coronavirus pandemic. And while this probably doesn't come as much of a shock, Taylor Swift is the latest musician to follow suit. In a post shared on her Instagram Stories today (April 17), the pop star broke the news that Lover Fest won't be happening as originally suggested. As a substitute, she's pushing off the rather anticipated event up until 2021.


"Fighting COVID-19 is a unprecedented challenge for our global community and the safety and wellbeing of fans should habitually be the best priority," the statement on her Stories read. "Health firms and governments around the world have strongly discouraged large public gatherings for a undetermined period of time. With several events during the world already cancelled, and upon direction from health officials in a task to keep fans safe and help prevent the spread of COVID-19, sadly the decision has been made to cancel all Taylor Swift live appearances and performances this year."


But it's not all bad news. Lover Fest will be happening, just not this summer. "The U.S. And Brazil shows will be rescheduled to take place in 2021, with dates to be reported later this year," the statement continued. "Tickets contained for each of these shows will transfer to a new show date without action on the piece of ticket holders."


Still, COVID-19 has had a large notable impact on the economy, and several fans who paid for tickets prior to the pandemic could really use their cash back to fund generic necessities like food and rent. Fortunately, refunds will be accessible. "For those who desire refunds for tickets purchases for the U.S. Lover Fest shows, they'll be obtainable beginning May 1st subject to Ticketmaster terms," the statement mentioned, adding that Ticketmaster will be in contact with further instructions.


Any other statistics associated with Swift's impacted tour dates will be obtainable on TaylorSwift.Com. "Thank you so much for understanding," the statement mentioned. "We look forward to seeing you all, happy and healthy in the future."


Alongside the official statement, Swift added some sweet and reassuring words of her own. "I'm so sad I won't have the ability to be able to see you guys in concert this year, nevertheless I know this is the correct decision," she wrote before reminding fans the significance of self-isolation. "Please, please stay healthy and safe. I'll visualize you on stage any time Once I can yet now what's essential is committing to this quarantine, for the sake of all of us."