S Poddar
Taylor Swift was again in the viral limelight, but this time it wasn’t due to a song or an award. This time, it was a selfless act of kindness that took over the heart of the internet. A clip surfaced recently showing the international pop star personally thanking and tipping workers following the 2025 Grammys.
The moment unfolded as Swift left the venue, stunning in a sparkling mini dress accompanied by combat boots. As she and her entourage walked out, she suddenly separated from the crowd, running toward four staff workers positioned by the doors. In fan-recorded videos, she is heard thanking them, stating, “Thank you so much for all your hard work.”. We really love you so much.” While speaking, she gave each worker an undisclosed sum of money, leaving them visibly moved by the act. After some moments of warm interactions, Swift ran back to join her friends.
Even though the 2025 Grammys were held a week ago in Los Angeles, the emotional moment did not surface until now. Though Swift had been nominated for six awards that night, including some from her newest album, The Tortured Poets Department, she shockingly left without receiving a single win. Still, even without bringing home an award, she still won the hearts of fans again with her act of kindness.
The re-shared clip quickly racked up attention all over social media, with both Swifties and regular onlookers alike extolling her kindness. The majority of her fans pointed out that this wasn’t a single act but the latest instance in the singer’s long-documented background of charitable deeds towards individuals working behind the scenes.
The video also came within hours of a different viral incident featuring Swift, this one during the LIX Super Bowl. Over the weekend, she was spotted at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, supporting her boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs’ tight end Travis Kelce, as his team faced off against the Philadelphia Eagles. While her presence was expected—especially after an interview with Kelce’s brother, Jason Kelce, confirmed her attendance—she received a mixed reaction from the crowd. At one time, when cameras panned to her on the jumbotron, a chorus of boos sounded from some parts of the crowd. Surprised, she looked over at her suite guests—rapper Ice Spice and Haim sisters Este, Danielle, and Alana—and said, “What’s going on?
” The moment soon made it around the internet, stoking another round of debate over her power and popularity.
Whereas the Super Bowl response was polarizing, the Grammys clip is a reminder of why Swift is so popular. Her generosity and appreciation for those who work behind the scenes have been distinguishing her for years. This is not the first time she has been in the news for being generous, and with her history, it will not be the last. Moments such as these only contribute to her reputation as an artist that cares about the individuals that surround her, whether it be fans, fellow performers, or the usually underrated workers that make events such as the Grammys happen. As the video remains on tour on the internet, it’s undeniable that though she did not receive an official award at the 2025 Grammy Awards, she received something much more precious—the respect and admiration of those whom she took the time to respect.
