Taylor Swift expressed her admiration for Hugh Grant, calling herself a “Hugh Grant stan” after the beloved British actor praised her performance and hospitality following her sold-out concerts in London.
The 34-year-old singer captivated audiences with a trio of shows at the iconic Wembley Stadium, attracting a host of celebrities, including the 63-year-old Grant.
The actor, known for his charming roles in romantic comedies, attended the Saturday show with his wife, Anna Elisabet Eberstein, and their eight-year-old daughter. Soon after the concert, he took to Twitter to express his appreciation for Swift and her music.
In his tweet, Grant mentioned Swift’s “incredible show” and praised her team for their hospitality. He also acknowledged her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, describing him as “excellent if gigantic” and referencing “#tequilashots.”
Swift, delighted by Grant’s tweet, responded on Monday, stating, “As a long-time Hugh Grant admirer, this tweet holds a special significance for me.” Her reply highlighted the mutual appreciation between these two renowned figures in their respective fields.
Taylor Swift has expressed her admiration for Hugh Grant after the actor attended her sold-out London shows.
Hugh Grant’s tweet expressing his appreciation for Taylor Swift’s performance and hospitality.
Swift’s response, in which she calls herself a “long-time Hugh Grant stan.”
Grant’s tweet quickly went viral, garnering over 5.5 million views, 11K retweets, and 169K likes within a day of being posted. Fans were delighted by the exchange between the two celebrities, with one fan sharing how their wife offered Grant a friendship bracelet, a symbol of the Swiftie fanbase.
The fan’s tweet read, “My wife gave you a friendship bracelet, and I received a text from her expressing how thrilled she was and how charming you were. Thank you for giving her that memory.”
The husband added, “I anticipate a week of Hugh Grant movie marathons at her request.”
Other fans joined in the conversation, with comments like, “Travis Kelce should add Hugh Grant x1 to his bio now,” and “So glad you had fun! Taylor spreads joy and happiness everywhere she goes (along with her gigantic boyfriend).”
During the concert, Grant was spotted enjoying a “wild” night, snacking on carrots and wearing earplugs to protect his ears from the loud music and the 90,000-strong crowd.
Fan videos captured the Notting Hill actor surrounded by a host of A-list celebrities, including Greta Gerwig, in a covered tent. He wore an open-collared white shirt and neatly styled grey hair, blending seamlessly into the glamorous atmosphere.
A fan’s tweet about their wife presenting Hugh Grant with a friendship bracelet.
Fans expressing their delight and sharing their own experiences in the comment section.
Fans’ comments about Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift.
Taylor Swift performing during the London leg of her tour.
The American megastar, Taylor Swift, captivated London with the kickoff of her tour, performing for nearly 90,000 fans and delivering renditions of Hits Different, Death By A Thousand Cuts, and The Black Dog.
Hugh Grant, meanwhile, has been busy with various projects. He recently starred as Thurl Ravencroft in Jerry Seinfeld’s Netflix film Frosted, released in May. Upcoming projects include Heretic with Sophie Thatcher, set to hit theaters in November 2024, and Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy, scheduled for a 2025 release.