Taylor Swift marked a special milestone for her iconic Eras Tour by sharing a never-before-seen video from its opening night, sparking excitement among fans who believe she may be teasing Reputation (Taylor’s Version) as her next re-recorded album.
The celebration unfolded at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards on Monday (March 17), where Swift was honored with the prestigious “Tour of the Century” award, recognizing the groundbreaking success of her Eras Tour. Comedian and devoted Swiftie Nikki Glaser introduced the award with high praise, calling every show “a marathon of perfection.”
we've come a long way REP STANS https://t.co/DkllQaRZJ7
— jade hates illliterates (@jadeertingz) March 18, 2025
Although Swift wasn’t in attendance, she shared a heartfelt pre-recorded message, thanking fans and her team for their unwavering support. Reflecting on the tour, she described it as both the most challenging and rewarding experience of her career.
“People often say that the greatest challenges in life end up being the most gratifying if you rise to the occasion,” she said. “This tour was absolutely the most challenging thing I’ve ever done, but it’s also the most fulfilling. I think about it constantly—I’m so proud of it. And the only reason I could take on those challenges was because of the fans.”
happy first official rep tv easter egg day guys! https://t.co/vnHwI9pX4T
— kaia! (@kaiamal13) March 18, 2025
She expressed deep gratitude for the passion and generosity of her audience, marveling at how they turned decades of her songs into a show-stopping 3.5-hour setlist. “You all traveled to see us on tour, and that support blows my mind. I’ll never stop being grateful for it.”
To commemorate the occasion, Swift shared a video from the tour’s opening night, featuring her now-famous surprise song segment. In the clip, she connected with the crowd before performing “Mirrorball” from her 2020 Folklore album. This nostalgic gesture also fueled speculation among fans about her next re-recorded album, as she was seen wearing a snake necklace—a symbol heavily tied to her 2017 Reputation era.
OMG
— Lama ⸆⸉🐍 ֶָ֢. (@Lamaswlft) March 18, 2025
Fans took to social media to share their theories. One wrote, “Oh, Reputation (Taylor’s Version) is coming,” while another joked, “The first real Reputation TV Easter egg, and shocker—it doesn’t require calculus!” A third quipped, “Happy first official Reputation TV Easter egg day, everyone!”
In addition to the “Tour of the Century” honor, Swift was a major contender at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards, nominated for multiple categories including Pop Artist of the Year, Artist of the Year, Best Collaboration (“Fortnight” featuring Post Malone), Favorite Surprise Guest (for bringing out boyfriend Travis Kelce during the Eras Tour), and Best Lyrics (“Fortnight”).
The star-studded ceremony, hosted by LL COOL J, featured remarkable performances by artists such as Billie Eilish, Bad Bunny, GloRilla, Kenny Chesney, Gracie Abrams, and Muni Long. Special appearances included Becky G, Billy Idol, Kelsea Ballerini, and more.
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