SHOCKING NEWS: Taylor Swift unleashed her fury against Elon Musk during the final moments of her Eras tour in Toronto, promising to leave his “toxic” app X. | HO
In a surprising and unexpected turn of events, pop icon Taylor Swift publicly lashed out at Elon Musk during the final moments of her Eras Tour in Toronto, criticizing him for his role in the controversial direction of X (formerly Twitter), the social media platform now owned by Musk.
In a passionate speech delivered during her closing performance at the Rogers Centre, Swift didn’t hold back, calling Musk “rich, talented but heartless and immoral” and stating that she would be leaving the app for good.
The moment unfolded during her encore, when Swift, known for her empowering lyrics and strong opinions on social issues, paused mid-performance. Addressing her captivated audience, she expressed her growing disillusionment with a platform that had once been a key tool for connecting with fans and spreading messages of empowerment.
“There comes a time when you can’t just sit back and watch,” she said, her voice filled with frustration. “A time when you can’t turn a blind eye to what’s happening. X was a place where we could share, connect, and express ourselves, but with the current leadership, it has become toxic. I’m done with this.”
Swift’s comments immediately shook the crowd, as fans applauded in support of their idol’s stance. She went on to explain that while Musk had achieved significant success in fields such as electric vehicles and space exploration, his actions with X had revealed a darker, more unsettling side to his character.
“Being rich and talented doesn’t absolve you from being heartless,” she continued. “What matters is how you treat people, how you treat the platform that millions of people use to tell their truths. What Musk has done to X is immoral. It goes beyond business decisions. It’s about what’s being done to the voices of so many people.”
The accusation of toxicity came amid a series of controversial moves by Musk since his acquisition of Twitter at the end of 2022, including the lifting of bans on previously suspended accounts, changes to the platform’s moderation policies, and the introduction of paid subscriptions for verification. These changes have drawn criticism from various corners of the internet, especially from users who believe Musk’s leadership has shifted the tone of the platform from one of open communication to one that amplifies hate speech and misinformation.
Both fans and critics have closely watched whether celebrities and public figures would continue using the platform under Musk’s leadership. While some have left, others have doubled down, arguing that the platform still offers value despite its new direction. Swift, however, made it clear that her decision was final.
“I’ve chosen to leave X. The world deserves better. We deserve a space where our voices are heard, not a space where money and power dictate the conversation,” Swift stated.
The star’s remarks sparked a broad debate, with many praising her for standing up against a platform that has faced increasing scrutiny. Support for Swift’s decision flooded social media, with fans expressing solidarity with her stance on the issue.
As for Musk, there has been no immediate public response to Swift’s accusations. However, given the high-profile nature of the confrontation, it’s likely that the debate over the future of X (and Musk’s role in shaping its direction) will only intensify in the coming weeks.
For Swift, her departure from the platform is a bold and personal decision that reflects her commitment to standing up for what she believes in. Whether this marks the end of her relationship with social media remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: she is not afraid to use her platform to challenge those in power.
