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Taylor Swift's concert in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil was overshadowed by extreme heat and the death of a fan from cardiac arrest. The singer paid tribute to her fan during the concert and postponed another show due to the tragic incident.

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Taylor Swift performed in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on Friday, November 17, as part of her "Eras Tour." The concert was marred by chaos and tragedy, as one fan, 23-year-old Ana Clara Benevides, suffered cardiac arrest and died due to extreme heat and overcrowding at the venue. Swift postponed her scheduled concert the following night, citing the extreme weather conditions.

Despite the tragedy, Swift returned to the stage on Monday, November 20, and paid tribute to Benevides during her performance of her new song "Bigger Than the Whole Sky." She changed the lyrics of the song to honor Benevides, singing, "Her heart beat like a drum / It was louder than the latest fashions / And harder than the diamond that she wore / Promises were made to be broken, love and war". Swift was visibly emotional during the tribute, and many fans were moved by the performance.

Benevides' father has since sought answers from the concert organizers, raising concerns about the extreme heat and overcrowding that may have contributed to his daughter's death. An investigation into the fan's death and the safety measures at the concert is ongoing.

This tragedy comes just a few days after another Taylor Swift fan was stabbed to death on his way to one of her concerts in South America. These incidents have sparked a debate about the safety and security measures at large-scale concerts and the responsibility of artists and organizers to ensure the well-being of their fans.

Despite the tragic events, Swift's return to the stage has been praised by many as a powerful and emotional moment. She has received support and sympathy from fans and celebrities alike, who have commended her for her resilience and dedication to her fans. Swift's tribute to Benevides has touched the hearts of many and has become a poignant moment in her ongoing tour.

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Taylor Swift concerts overlap with brutal Brazil heat wave in Rio de Janiero

NBC News - 421 days ago - The death of a Taylor Swift fan at her recent concert in Rio de Janeiro comes during a brutal heat wave that has hammered parts of Brazil.

https://www.nbcnews.com/science/environment/taylor-swift-concerts-overlap-brutal-brazil-heat-wave-rio-de-janiero-rcna126073

Biden appears to conflate Taylor Swift, Britney Spears in Thanksgiving gaffe

Just the News - 421 days ago - Every year, the president issues a ceremonial pardon to a turkey ahead of the national holiday in which Americans traditionally dine on the bird.

https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/biden-appears-conflate-taylor-swift-brittney-spears-thanksgiving-gaffe

Biden Confuses Taylor Swift With Britney Spears in Awkward Turkey Pardon Moment

The Daily Beast - 421 days ago - In the same speech, Biden made fun of his own age, declaring, “As much of you know, it’s difficult turning 60.”

https://www.thedailybeast.com/biden-confuses-taylor-swift-with-britney-spears-in-awkward-turkey-pardon-moment

Joe Biden calls Beyoncé ‘Britney’ before confusing her with Taylor Swift

The Independent - 422 days ago - President Biden made the confused comments during the annual White House turkey pardon

https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/joe-biden-turkey-beyonce-taylor-swift-b2450619.html

Joe Biden Confuses Taylor Swift With Britney Spears During Speech

Billboard - 422 days ago - “Britney’s tour,” Biden said during his speech. “She’s down in — it’s kind of warm in Brazil right now.”

https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/joe-biden-confuses-taylor-swift-britney-spears-turkey-pardoning-speech-1235500227/

Joe Biden Jokes About His Old Age, Confuses Britney Spears and Taylor Swift

Complex - 422 days ago - He joked about "turning 60" and then seemingly suggested Spears was on tour in Brazil right now.

https://www.complex.com/life/a/backwoodsaltar/joe-biden-confuses-britney-spears-taylor-swift

Taylor Swift gets emotional on stage performing song 'Bigger Than the Whole Sky' after fan's death

Fox News - 422 days ago - Taylor Swift appeared to pay tribute to a fan who died before her Eras tour performance on Friday in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, after the city faced a heat wave.

https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/taylor-swift-gets-emotional-on-stage-performing-song-bigger-than-the-whole-sky-after-fans-death

Taylor Swift Rio concert chaos: Fans describe ‘unbearable' Friday show

NBC News - 422 days ago - Fans in Rio de Janeiro waited years for Taylor Swift to come to their city. When she finally did, “everything that could have gone wrong did," one fan said.

https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/pop-culture-news/taylor-swift-rio-brazil-concert-friday-chaos-rcna125911

Taylor Swift Performs “Bigger Than the Whole Sky” Days After Fan Death

Deadline - 422 days ago - At her Rio de Janeiro concert Sunday night, Taylor Swift performed a deep album cut about grief, “Bigger Than the Whole Sky,” just two days after the tragic death of fan Ana Clara Benevides M…

https://deadline.com/2023/11/taylor-swift-bigger-than-the-whole-sky-1235629975/

Biden confuses Taylor Swift, Britney Spears in botched turkey pardon joke

New York Post - 422 days ago - The 81-year-old president stumbled over the punchline of his joke at the pre-Thanksgiving event.

https://nypost.com/2023/11/20/news/biden-confuses-taylor-swift-britney-spears-in-botched-turkey-pardon-joke/

Why Taylor Swift is skipping Travis Kelce’s Monday game

The Independent - 422 days ago - ‘This is the last thing I ever thought would happen when we decided to bring this tour to Brazil,’ singer said after tragic passing of Ana Clara Benevides Machado before her Friday concert in Rio De Janeiro

https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-monday-game-b2450520.html

Taylor Swift Debuts ‘Bigger Than the Whole Sky’ Live After Brazil Fan’s Death

The Daily Beast - 422 days ago - In an Eras Tour first, she performed “Bigger Than the Whole Sky” at her first concert following the death of Brazilian fan Ana Clara Benevides.

https://www.thedailybeast.com/taylor-swift-debuts-bigger-than-the-whole-sky-live-after-brazil-fans-death

Taylor Swift Pays Tribute to Fan Who Died After Extreme Temperatures at Brazil Show, Sings "Bigger Than the Whole Sky"

Complex - 422 days ago - The fan, 23-year-old Ana Clara Benevides, reportedly died from cardiorespiratory arrest on Nov. 17.

https://www.complex.com/music/a/cmplxtara-mahadevan/taylor-swift-pays-tribute-fan-extreme-temperatures

Family of Taylor Swift Fan Who Died After Brazil Concert Calls for Investigation

Vice - 422 days ago - “I feel this loss deeply and my heart goes out to her family and friends,” Taylor Swift said in a handwritten statement.

https://www.vice.com/en/article/3ak4vv/taylor-swift-eras-tour-brazil-fan-death-family-investigation

Taylor Swift Debuts Grief-Themed 'Whole Sky' Song After Fan's Death

Variety - 422 days ago - Taylor Swift gave the wrenching 'Bigger Than the Whole Sky' its live premiere Sunday in Rio, in what was taken as a tribute to a fan who died Friday.

https://variety.com/2023/music/news/taylor-swift-debuts-bigger-than-whole-sky-rio-first-concert-after-fan-death-1235801776/

Taylor Swift Appeared To Pay Respect To The Young Fan Who Died At Her Show In Emotional Eras Tour Surprise Song Set

CinemaBlend - 422 days ago - ‘Goodbye, goodbye, goodbye. You were bigger than the whole sky’

https://www.cinemablend.com/television/taylor-swift-pay-respect-young-fan-who-died-emotional-eras-tour-surprise-song

Father of Taylor Swift Fan Who Died at Brazil Show Seeks Answers from Concert Organizers: ‘I Lost My Only Daughter’

People - 422 days ago - Weiny Machado, the dad of Ana Clara Benevides Machado, wants clarification on whether Taylor Swift fans were prohibited from bringing water into Friday's show in Rio de Janeiro after the death of his daughter.

https://people.com/dad-taylor-swift-fan-who-died-brazil-concert-seeks-answers-from-organizers-8404650

Taylor Swift postpones Eras Tour concert after fan dies amid extreme heat during show

Euronews - 422 days ago - Apparent temperature - a combination of temperature and humidity - hit 59C Friday morning in Rio, the highest ever recorded there.

https://www.euronews.com/green/2023/11/20/taylor-swift-postpones-eras-tour-concert-after-fan-dies-amid-extreme-heat-during-show

Taylor Swift Sings ‘Bigger Than the Whole Sky’ After Fan’s Death

Hollywood Life - 422 days ago - College student Ana Clara Benevides suffered from cardiac arrest after temperatures rose at one of Taylor’s Eras Tour concerts in Brazil. 

https://hollywoodlife.com/2023/11/20/taylor-swift-sings-bigger-than-the-whole-sky-after-fans-death/

Taylor Swift Debuts 'Bigger Than the Whole Sky' After Fan's Death: Watch

Billboard - 422 days ago - The song’s live debut came two days after Ana Clara Benevides Machado died after attending the pop star’s opening night in Rio.

https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/taylor-swift-bigger-than-the-whole-sky-debut-fan-death-1235499089/

Taylor Swift Seemingly Honored A Fan Who Died At ‘The Eras Tour’ With An Emotional Performance Of ‘Bigger Than The Whole Sky’

UPROXX - 422 days ago - Ana Benevides suddenly died at 'The Eras Tour' in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil on Friday, November 17.

https://uproxx.com/pop/taylor-swift-bigger-than-the-whole-sky-the-eras-tour-tribute-video/