Taylor Swift admits that she tested positive for

Taylor Swift has announced she has tested positive for COVID-19, leading to the postponement of her Eras Tour concert in Chicago tonight. In an emotional Instagram post with a tearful selfie, the 34-year-old wrote, “I’ve been dodging this for four years, but it finally got me. I’m so sorry to let you down.”

Known for never canceling a show in her 17-year career, Swift called the decision “devastating” but stressed it was necessary to protect her crew, dancers, and fans.

The diagnosis comes during her record-breaking global tour, which has already endured weather delays and logistical challenges. Sources say she felt “achy and exhausted” after last night’s performance but initially attributed it to tour fatigue.

A rapid test confirmed the infection this morning, prompting her team to reschedule the Chicago dates and enforce strict testing for all staff. “Every single band member, backup singer, and truck driver is being screened,” a source told Variety.

Fans quickly flooded social media with supportive messages, using the hashtag #GetWellSoonTaylor. Fellow artists Selena Gomez and Ed Sheeran—both of whom previously battled COVID—also reached out privately.

Health experts praised Swift’s openness, saying her influence could encourage testing and caution as summer travel increases. “Celebrities normalizing caution saves lives,” tweeted epidemiologist Dr. Eric Ding.

The Chicago shows are expected to be moved to late August, with refunds available. Swift promised “double the pyro and triple the surprises” when she returns, but for now, she’s resting with “tea, All Too Well (10-minute version), and my cats.”