Justin Trudeau attends Taylor Swift show in Toronto with family members

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was spotted at the Taylor Swift concert in Toronto on Friday night, fully embracing his Swiftie era. Trudeau, accompanied by family members, attended the second-last night of the Eras Tour in the city. The prime minister’s press secretary, Jenna Ghassabeh, confirmed his presence at the concert.

The Eras Tour, which concludes with three shows in Vancouver from Dec. 6-8, has been a global phenomenon since it kicked off in March 2023. With nearly 150 performances across five continents, Taylor Swift’s tour has captivated audiences worldwide.

In a surprising turn of events, Swift chose Canada as the final stop for her tour, much to the delight of Canadian fans. Before the Canadian dates were announced, Trudeau had reached out to Swift on social media, urging her to bring the tour to Canada. In a tweet from July 2023, Trudeau referenced some of Swift’s songs, inviting her to perform in Canada.

Trudeau’s support for Swift and her tour was evident on social media, with the prime minister welcoming the superstar to Canada with enthusiastic posts. The pop icon’s decision to end her tour in Canada was met with excitement from fans and officials alike. The Eras Tour was projected to generate a staggering $282 million in economic impact for Toronto, with over 240,000 fans flocking to the city for the concerts. Destination Toronto estimated that the government would receive approximately $40 million in tax revenue from the tour.

As the Eras Tour wraps up its final shows in Vancouver, Canadian fans and officials alike are grateful for the opportunity to experience Taylor Swift’s iconic performance. Trudeau’s presence at the Toronto concert only adds to the excitement surrounding the conclusion of this unforgettable tour.