Taylor Swift’s Heartfelt Tribute Ad for the USA Olympic Team Leaves Fans at a Loss of Words

Published 08/04/2024, 12:48 AM EDT

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Not only are athletes from around the world gearing up for the 2024 Paris Olympics, but Taylor Swift is also on her mark, ready to go. Having already announced her support as a major cheerleader for Team USA—particularly after incorporating their performance into her music—Swift recently took another step to cement her role in the Olympic Games by featuring in a commercial for the event. Although the 34-year-old is famous for her athlete-level training, few anticipated her participation in the Olympics in this capacity, given that she is not one.

Music’s one of the greatest paid an unforgettable tribute to three of America’s exceptional athletes of all time. Taylor Swift recently narrated a new NBC Olympics promo during prime-time, celebrating Team USA's standout medalists from Paris: gymnast Simone Biles, swimmer Katie Ledecky, and sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson. Accompanied by her single ‘Style’ from the re-released ‘1989’ album, Swift’s narration urges, “Never be afraid to show them who you are,” in the poignant minute-long video.

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The video features footage of Biles, Ledecky, and Richardson competing in Paris, culminating with Swift’s closing line: “Three American stars, three different visions of greatness, tonight in Paris.” This promo, with Swift’s narration, follows a similar Paris Olympics video narrated by Beyoncé earlier in the week. In that clip, Beyonce saluted Biles upon leading what she calls a “redemption tour” with her fellow U.S. gymnasts.

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Taylor Swift fans buckle up for the games after her commercial for the USA Olympic team

Taylor Swift is no ordinary superstar, and her influence is equally exceptional. Fans are familiar with the rigorous training she endures to bring her energetic tours to life, but her role in energizing athletes for the prestigious quadrennial multi-sport event has taken her impact to a new level. While her music inspired athletes in Paris, her commercial has energized fans around the globe.

Many fans believe the ‘Karma’ singer has effectively become an Olympian with her latest venture, while others think she left no room for competition. 

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In the ever-changing landscape of the music industry, where daily chart fluctuations dominate, Taylor Swift has carved out a space beyond music. With contributions to cinema and a significant presence in the NFL through Travis Kelce, her involvement in the Olympics, showcasing her diverse talents, now sets her apart in a league of her own.

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Anushka Bhattacharya

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I'm Anushka Bhattacharya, an entertainment journalist at Netflix Junkie. Armed with a degree in literature, I once wielded my words to catalyze change within society through my work with NGOs. However, as I stumbled into the exuberant hole of crime thrillers and documentaries on Netflix, it was love at first sight and pushed me into entertainment journalism.

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