Pop superstar Taylor Swift has shared her feelings of newfound fear and resilience after being forced to cancel her Vienna shows on the Eras Tour last month due to a terror threat. The singer, known for her candid and heartfelt communication with fans, revealed that the experience left her shaken but ultimately stronger, thanks to the support of her family and boyfriend, NFL star Travis Kelce.

The Vienna shows were scheduled to take place at the Ernst Happel Stadium, but local authorities canceled the performances after the United States intercepted an ISIS-linked terror plot targeting the events. The threat emerged just as Swift was preparing to take the stage, leading to the abrupt cancellation of the three scheduled shows.

Swift, 34, first addressed the situation in an emotional Instagram post, where she reflected on the challenges and triumphs of the European leg of her tour. “Long story short, we have officially wrapped up the European leg of the Eras Tour,” she wrote. “With that comes the craziest crowd I have ever played to, new traditions in the lineup, and a whole new era. It’s more rushed than ever, and I am so proud of my team and fellow artists for being able to put this show together.”

However, the joy of the tour’s success was tempered by the distress of the Vienna cancellation. “The cancellation of our Vienna shows was devastating,” Swift admitted. “The reason for the cancellation left me with a new sense of fear and immense guilt because so many people had planned to go to these shows. But I am also very grateful to the authorities because, thanks to them, we only mourn concerts, not lives.”

Swift expressed her deep gratitude to her fans for their understanding and solidarity during the difficult time. “I was delighted by the love and solidarity I saw from the fans who came together,” she said, emphasizing that her primary focus was on protecting the nearly half a million people who attended her London shows in the wake of the threat.

In her statement, Swift also highlighted the close collaboration between her team, the stadium staff, and British authorities to ensure the safety of the concerts in London. “My priority is to complete the European tour safely, and I am very relieved to be able to say that we have done that,” she noted.

Reflecting on her time in London, Swift described the experience as a “beautiful dream sequence,” where the energy and enthusiasm of the Wembley Stadium crowds provided a much-needed sense of peace and normalcy. “The five crowds at Wembley Stadium were filled with passion, joy, and excitement. The energy in that stadium was like a huge hug from 92,000 people every night, and it took me back to that carefree, peaceful place,” she said.

Swift also took a moment to express her appreciation for her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, who accompanied her to many of the European shows this summer. Kelce’s presence on the tour has been a source of comfort for the singer, who revealed that she suffered a mental breakdown after learning about the terror plot in Vienna. “I overcame it with the comfort of my family and boyfriend Travis Kelce,” she shared.

As Swift continues her Eras Tour, she remains committed to bringing joy and safety to her fans, despite the challenges she has faced. The Vienna incident has undoubtedly left a mark on the singer, but her resilience and the support of her loved ones have helped her move forward with grace and determination.