Additional Coverage:
Taylor Swift kicked off her first show at Wembley Stadium with a special appearance by Ed Sheeran, her longstanding musical collaborator. Onstage in London Thursday night, they treated fans to a stunning acoustic performance, part of Swift’s “Eras” tour set that often features lesser-played songs.
The duo performed a captivating mashup of their hits “Everything Has Changed,” “End Game,” and Sheeran’s “Thinking Out Loud,” delighting the audience with what could only be described as a perfect musical partnership. This surprise was one of many throughout Swift’s extensive “Eras” tour, which frequently includes guest performances from artists like Hayley Williams, Ice Spice, Phoebe Bridgers, Sabrina Carpenter, Gracie Abrams, Jack Antonoff, Aaron Dessner, and HAIM.
In a touching introduction, Swift affectionately referred to Sheeran as her “second brother,” emphasizing their deep bond. She shared her appreciation for him, noting his own hectic tour schedule and his dedication to join her and perform even though he was likely exhausted.
Swift and Sheeran have a rich history of collaboration, dating back to when Sheeran opened for Swift on her “Red” world tour. Together, they have recorded multiple duets, including “Everything Has Changed,” “End Game,” “Run,” and “The Joker and the Queen.”
Celebrity sightings at the concert included Idris Elba and UK comedic talents Ambika Mod and Amelia Dimoldenberg. As Swift concludes the European leg of her “Eras” tour with five sold-out shows in London, it’s clear she has more surprises up her sleeve.