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TSCUniversity 🎓💟 @tscuniversity13.bsky.social · 7d

Rob Sheffield, the writer of “Heartbreak is The National Anthem” wrote a piece on the song Elizabeth Taylor.

“She and Max Martin and Shellback go 12 for 12 — they basically made a 41-minute New Romantics: The Album.”

Taylor Swift's New Masterpiece 'Elizabeth Taylor': The Life of Two Showgirls

Elizabeth Taylor' is the emotional centerpiece of The Life of a Showgirl, the key to the whole record

www.rollingstone.com

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TSCUniversity 🎓💟 @tscuniversity13.bsky.social · 12m

Happy wedding day! 🫶 We hope the sparks fly and you never run out of cake!

a woman 's hand is pointing at a cake with pearls and roses on it

Alt: Taylor Swift tasting a piece of icing from a wedding cake while wearing a red dress and facing a young girl in a white dress who looks at her in awe.

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TSCUniversity 🎓💟 @tscuniversity13.bsky.social · 22m

On October 11, 2016 Taylor Swift went to dinner with Cara Delevingne, Suki Waterhouse, and Dakota Johnson at the Waverly Inn and they wrote “It’s all a part of the fucking story” on a paper table cloth and posted it to IG. They were photographed leaving with the paper and the IG post was deleted. 📖

An image of Taylor’s Bodyguard leaving Waverly Inn with a flashlight and a folded piece of paper.

An image of Taylor’s Bodyguard leaving Waverly Inn with a flashlight and a folded piece of paper. Taylor and Cara are visible in the background.

Taylor exiting the Waverly Inn in all black with Cara and Dakota slightly visible behind her.

A blurry photo of Dakota and Cara hanging out the week prior to this event for Dakota’s birthday and FaceTiming Taylor Swift, who is visible on the iPhone.

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Rolling Stone @rollingstone.com · 4h

Heather Evans Taylor, revealing her identity for the first time, and Victoria Valentino, tell Rolling Stone why their “trauma needs to be honored.”

“Everybody came for me. I felt silenced. I wanted people to know I’m real. I’m not this ghost.”

🔗 www.rollingstone.com/music/music-...

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TSCUniversity 🎓💟 @tscuniversity13.bsky.social · 7h

Bruce Springsteen will now re-release his album “Nebraska ‘82” (Expanded edition via Sony Music) on October 24, 2025. www.billboard.com/music/rock/b...

Bruce Springsteen’s Landmark LP Getting Deluxe Reissue With ‘Nebraska ’82: Expanded Edition’ Featuring Raw ‘Born in the U.S.A.’ Take

Bruce Springsteen will reissue his landmark sixth album in October as 'Nebraska '82: Expanded Edition,' featuring a raw 'Born in the U.S.A.' take.

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TSCUniversity 🎓💟 @tscuniversity13.bsky.social · 13h

⚠️ Federal Judge Vargas has officially thrown out Drake's defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG) over Kendrick’s "Not Like Us." She ruled that Kendrick's viral diss track was part of a "heated rap battle" & not to be taken as fact, labeling it hyperbole protected under free speech.

Drake’s Lawsuit Over Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ Dismissed by Judge

Drake’s defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group over Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us" has been dismissed by a federal judge.

www.billboard.com

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TSCUniversity 🎓💟 @tscuniversity13.bsky.social · 13h

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TSCUniversity 🎓💟 @tscuniversity13.bsky.social · 14h

not AI. We do not post anything AI generated. www.hollywoodreporter.com/lifestyle/st...

J.W. Anderson Campaign Casts Designer’s “Close-Knit” Circle Including Luca Guadagnino and Joe Alwyn

The launch reunites the designer with Guadagnino after serving as the costume designer for the filmmaker’s back-to-back films, ‘Challengers’ and ‘Queer.’

www.hollywoodreporter.com

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TSCUniversity 🎓💟 @tscuniversity13.bsky.social · 23h

This is not a reflection of any particular views of the contributors to this account, but an accurate report of factual events that have occurred thus far. Please proceed with critical thinking and respect.

TSCUniversity 🎓💟 @tscuniversity13.bsky.social · 23h

Ashley Avignone has entered the chat, liking an IG Reel by a Swiftie creator pointing out interpretations of Taylor’s music. Taylor herself has not commented on this topic but she has emphasized that Opalite is “man-made opal.” 🤳
Full reel on @astoldbyalahni.bsky.social Instagram account.

An image of Opalite, a man-made stone not found in nature that replicates the look of genuine Opal.

A basket of natural Onyx stones, which have a dark grey and orange two toned marbled look.

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TSCUniversity 🎓💟 @tscuniversity13.bsky.social · 23h

Maisie Peters, who opened for the Eras Tour in London, just released her latest singles “Audrey Hepburn” and “You you you.”

A scrabble board that is set to spell out Audrey Hepburn and You you you.

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TSCUniversity 🎓💟 @tscuniversity13.bsky.social · 23h

Dua Lipa was a surprise headliner at The Abbey in West Hollywood along with the cast of RuPaul’s Drag race to raise awareness for HIV prevention last night. 🏳️‍🌈 | October 9, 2025

Dua Lipa in a hot pink bodysuit posing with “the queens.” Dua is joined by five drag performers in various colors and patterns.

Dua Lipa joyfully performing to the crowd at the Abbey.

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TSCUniversity 🎓💟 @tscuniversity13.bsky.social · 1d

That evening Taylor also performed “I Did Something Bad” on the AMAs stage and held an after party with guests such as the Starlights, Shawn Mendes, Hayley Kiyoko, Jack Antonoff, Ruby Rose, and more.

Taylor dressed in a black bodysuit performing on stage with red stage smoke creating a glow around her.

Taylor Swift hanging out with Claire Winter backstage on a couch. Taylor’s caption reads: proud expectant mother of a human child + proud mother of snakes 🐍
@claire_winter
October 9, 2018

A selfie of Taylor, Ruby, and Hayley up close at the after party.

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TSCUniversity 🎓💟 @tscuniversity13.bsky.social · 1d

On October 9, 2018, we were introduced to “Mirrorball Taylor” at the AMAs two years before the song Mirrorball was released on #Folklore.

“This award…was voted on by the people. And you know what else is voted on by the people? The midterm elections on 11/6. Get out and vote.” 🇺🇸🗳️

A photo of Taylor Swift on stage with her hair pulled back into a bun, wearing a mirrorball lake dress holding an AMA awards and laughing.

A photo of Taylor Swift with her hair pulled back into a bun, wearing a mirrorball-like dress holding four AMA awards.

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TSCUniversity 🎓💟 @tscuniversity13.bsky.social · 1d

Questlove game nights are back! Yesterday he shared a photo of himself with a hand of cards that includes 7 and 9 of spades, an image of Jackie Robinson (Brooklyn Dogers), and a Joker. 🃏 #ThatJuly9

Questlove (Amir) sitting at a table with a black sweatshirt with pink lettering and glasses. He is laying down a hand of cards.

A close up of the cards 7 of spades, 9 of spades, a spade card that appears to have an image of Jackie Robinson the baseball player, and a Joker.

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William Shakespeare @shakespeare.lol · 4d

I pray you hear her speak.

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Stereogum @stereogum.bsky.social · 1d

“BEZOS SUPPORTS THIS GOVERNMENT,” Neil Young writes. “IT DOES NOT SUPPORT YOU OR ME.”

www.stereogum.com/2325956/neil...

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TSCUniversity 🎓💟 @tscuniversity13.bsky.social · 1d

Style details: www.taylorswiftstyle.com/post-grid/np...

NPR Tiny Desk Performance — Taylor Swift Style

This heart-embroidered menswear-inspired suit set is one of the most Taylor and Lover -appropriate lewks we’ve been served this era thus far.

www.taylorswiftstyle.com

TSCUniversity 🎓💟 @tscuniversity13.bsky.social · 1d

On October 10, 2019 Taylor Swift performed an unforgettable acoustic set at NPR Tiny Desk wearing a Bourdeaux colored velvet top and a matching “Estelle” suit by cinq a sept. She sang:

The Man
Lover
Death by a Thousand Cuts
All Too Well

Taylor Swift: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

YouTube video by NPR Music

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TSCUniversity 🎓💟 @tscuniversity13.bsky.social · 1d

On October 9, 2015 Selena Gomez released “Revival” her second solo studio album under Interscope Records. It was co-produced by Benny Blanco, Mattman and Robin, Hit Boy amongst others, and co-written primarily with Julia Michaels and Justin Tranter amongst others.

The back cover of Revival shows a brunette Selena Gomez bare shouldered and up close staring into the camera. The tracklist reads as:

REVIVAL
KILL EM WITH KINDNESS
HANDS TO MYSELF
SAME OLD LOVE
SOBER
GOOD FOR YOU (FEAT. ASAP ROCKY) CAMOUFLAGE
ME & THE RHYTHM
SURVIVORS BODY HEAT
RISE
BONUS TRACKS ME & MY GIRLS
NOBODY PERFECT
OUTTA MY HANDS LOCO
COLOGNE

Julia Michaels in a red dress with visible tattoos on her arm hugging Selena Gomez in a white dress with dyed blonde hair, styled to appear wet and wavy.

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TSCUniversity 🎓💟 @tscuniversity13.bsky.social · 2d

Joe Alwyn may be getting in on the Easter Eggs for #TLOAS 👀 Joe was photographed in a shirt with bugs and a sweater in teal and orange carrying a carrot. A carrot also appeared in Taylor’s #TLOAS NYC pop up. 🥕🦟

Two images of Joe styles for JWA. The first photo shows show in an orange shirt with large bugs crawling across it and the second image shows Joe in a teal, black, brown, and orange Argylle sweater and carrying fabric ornaments including a carrot.

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TSCUniversity 🎓💟 @tscuniversity13.bsky.social · 2d

Joe Alwyn is getting in on the #Honey and nightstands for the JW Anderson estate and campaign. 🍯

An image of a blonde man with light skin (Joe Alwyn) dipping a horny spoon into a jar of honey from the JW Anderson estate.

Joe Alwyn photographed in a Christmas sweater and brown pants carrying a nightstand.

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TSCUniversity 🎓💟 @tscuniversity13.bsky.social · 2d

Read more about Jackson: www.wiederhoeft.com/pages/about

About

Jackson Wiederhoeft is an artist, storyteller, and designer. They studied fashion design at Parsons, winning “Women’s Designer of the Year” for their thesis collection in 2016. For the following three...

www.wiederhoeft.com

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TSCUniversity 🎓💟 @tscuniversity13.bsky.social · 2d

Taylor Swift taping the Late Night with Seth Meyers interview, out soon @ 12:35 AM EST on NBC. Taylor wears two Ophelia-like floral pieces by designer Jackson Wiederhoeft, who has been dubbed as “the high priest of corsets made in New York.” 🫶

Taylor Swift, sitting on a gray chair, wearing a corset shaped, strapless, top and skirt with multi colored metallic flowers.

Taylor Swift sitting on a gray chair wearing a corset shaped, strapless top and a jewel toned necklace. Her hair is styled long and wavy, possibly wearing extensions or a wig.

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TSCUniversity 🎓💟 @tscuniversity13.bsky.social · Aug 18

Eminem’s new documentary “Stans” will examine Eminem’s relationship to his fans through archival footage, interviews, and commentary. The film debuts on Paramount+ in the U.S. & LATAM on August 26 and the release dates trickle through October 3.

🎥 Trailer:

STANS | Official Trailer | Paramount+

YouTube video by Paramount Plus

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TSCUniversity 🎓💟 @tscuniversity13.bsky.social · Sep 10

On October 3, 1992, Sinead O’Connor made SNL history when she performed a live cover of “War” by Bob Marley and changed the lyric “racism” to “child abuse,” while holding up a photo of Pope John Paul II. NBC was fined $2.5 million by the FCC.

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