Taylor Swift showed her professionalism during her record-breaking global tour by powering through what appeared to be a cold at her performance in Edinburgh. Despite cold weather and a temperature of 46.4°F, Swift dealt with a runny nose while performing her hit song “Don’t Blame Me.” In one video, she was seen wiping her nose with her hands and then using her skirt, which sparked mixed reactions from fans on social media. While some found it unappealing, others empathized, noting her lack of access to tissues on stage.

Swift kicked off her British tour with three shows in Edinburgh, followed by eight at Wembley Stadium, and performances in Cardiff and Liverpool. Her UK tour is expected to attract 720,000 fans, contributing nearly £1 billion to the British economy through tickets, accommodations, transportation, and merchandise purchases.

Fans, especially those in the UK, have expressed frustration over the difficulty in securing tickets, with many pointing to the influx of American fans seeking cheaper European tour dates. Globally, 4.35 million tickets have been sold for the tour.