
We’re used to an untouchable Taylor Swift, a version of Taylor that’s pretty much flawless. Some said this version of Taylor was somehow still relatable, which added to her charm, while others might argue that her flawlessness — her ability to leave the gym, for example, looking like she didn’t even know the word “sweat” existed — made her seem like she was on some sort of pedestal. That thing that celebrities have, where we know they’re just like us, but somehow… not.
But recently, Taylor Swift’s image has taken a few left turns (but, y’know, not quite enough left turns to end up back at the start). She’s reportedly been banned from all of Tom Hiddleston’s events so as not to overshadow his accomplishments with buzz about their relationship. Kim and Kanye (okay, pretty much just Kim, the social media savant) revealed that, all along, they’ve had footage of her listening to segments of the song she said she didn’t hear. She’s also been seen doing things like this weird crab walk to avoid paparazzi (which really, we’re just including because it’s funny).
The thing is, these left turns have started a new era for Tay. A decidedly less golden era, for sure — but a new one, just the same. Maybe she’s been humbled by her Kimye feud, maybe she’s laying low while she records new music, maybe she’s just doing a lot of deep conditioning treatments on her hair to get it back to its former glory pre-bleach days — but whatever the reason, she’s a normie just like the rest of us now, as proven today by this tweet from Twitter user Madi, whose mom (a regular person!) just happens to be at jury duty with Taylor Swift (a… regular person?).
https://twitter.com/toxicswiftx/status/770250597975072768
Previous versions of Taylor would likely be brunching right now, recounting details from last night’s VMAs, but this year, she actually didn’t attend — and now we know the REAL reason why. Because she’s a regular person, just like us, and she had to be up early to be at jury duty on time.
What would you do if you saw Tay at jury duty? Tweet us at @BritandCo!
(Featured photo via Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty)
Back in January, we introduced you to a feel-good cause to inspire your New Year's resolution: a walking challenge to help raise funds for the amazing cancer fighters at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. I took part in the challenge with the Brit + Co team and ended up walking 105+ miles in January — it was awesome.
This spring, there's a new challenge on the horizon, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Big Climb. The ask: On May 15, 2021, you can step up to take cancer down by committing to climb 1,311 steps, walking 3.2 miles, or doing 440 chair step-ups at home as part of the Big Climb. If you need some motivation to bring movement back into your daily routine — look no further!
As always, it's free to sign up, but climbers are encouraged to set a fundraising goal to help beat cancer. We'll be organizing another Brit + Co team to step up, and I hope you'll join us too! Keep scrolling for a peek at where I'll be completing the challenge in my Los Angeles neighborhood around the hidden Silver Lake Stairs. Happy climbing!
Never underestimate the power of an accountability buddy! I asked my in-laws, my partner, and a few friends to join me so we can keep each other motivated and accountable in completing the challenge — virtual high-fives all around! Also, my dog Fox is a great climber, too.
An aesthetically pleasing backdrop is a huge motivator for me! I'm fortunate to have all sorts of painted steps around my neighborhood to keep the challenge interesting, but you can also keep cool inside with at-home chair step-ups.
Don't forget to share your progress on social — #BigClimb!
Feel free to break the challenge up if you need to by tackling half the distance in the AM and half at sunset. Here's me 1,311 steps later and ready for a break — but, think I earned this one!
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