Taylor Swift's Littergate: Fans Rally in Defense of the Pop Icon.
In a surprising turn of events, pop sensation Taylor Swift finds herself in the midst of a legal battle over littering charges.
The Grammy-winning artist has been slapped with fines totaling $3,010 for allegedly failing to maintain cleanliness around her New York City residence.
The charges, which span from January 2018 to January 2023, include accusations of leaving a dirty sidewalk and improperly disposing of garbage.
Swift, however, isn't taking this lying down and has rallied her legal team to fight back.
In fact, she's already managed to shake off $200 in penalties.
Fans Stand Up for Swift
The news of Swift's littering fines has sparked a wave of support from her fans.
Many are quick to point out that the "Anti-Hero" singer is currently on her Eras world tour, making it impossible for her to be the one littering.
Fans argue that the trash is likely the result of the throngs of fans and paparazzi that constantly surround her house.
Christine O’Connor, a 33-year-old fan, commented, “It’s probably the fans waiting for her and smoking while they’re bored. She doesn’t even smoke!”
Others took to Twitter to express their disbelief, with one user tweeting, “Ah yes pop superstar Taylor Swift who is currently on a world tour leaving cigarette packs on the streets of New York historically known for having clean sidewalks.”
The Tribeca Townhouse Controversy
Swift purchased a three-story townhouse in Tribeca for $18 million back in 2017.
She later converted the property into a private entrance for her penthouse, which is located directly next door.
The singer ended up spending almost $50 million to develop the luxury buildings and is solely responsible for keeping the space in front of the townhouse clean.
City records cited by the New York Post revealed that over the years, the trash in front of the property included piles of newspapers, bottles, and cardboard; napkins and wrappers; and “scattered ashtray contents” and a cigarette carton.
Final Thoughts
In the end, it seems that Swift's littering saga is far from over.
As she continues her world tour, her fans and legal team are left to defend her in this unexpected controversy.
Whether the litter is the result of Swift's negligence or the consequence of her fame, one thing is clear: Swift's fans are standing firmly by her side.