By: Wilson Gao

Taylor Swift, the globally renowned pop star, experienced something unexpected while performing in Indianapolis. Earlier this month, she swallowed a bug while performing on stage. The incident caught the attention of many fans, making headlines across various entertainment news outlets worldwide. While it may seem like an unremarkable event at first glance, this incident highlights how celebrities are just like us.

Swift began to cough while performing last week and informed fans that a bug had flown into her mouth. She said that the unexpected snack was delicious, and a few seconds later started laughing.

This incident made Taylor Swift relatable to many fans and ordinary people worldwide because it shows that celebrities are humans who can encounter situations anyone else could have faced spontaneously in their daily life. Seeing someone who is idolized by millions face such embarrassing moments humanizes them more and makes them more approachable to their followers.

It is not uncommon for individuals to accidentally eat bugs or other unusual substances while doing outdoor activities like camping or hiking, but it rarely happens in front of thousands of people during a live music performance that is broadcast worldwide. Many members of the public have shared their experiences online about eating bugs unintentionally while walking outside or eating food outdoors with others. This makes them feel closer to public icons, like Taylor Swift, who have experienced something similar.