By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN
(CNN) – As Taylor Swift continues to do travel in time on his epic Eras Tour, reached an impressive milestone while performing in Pittsburgh on Saturday.
The “Karma” singer broke an attendance record at Pittsburgh’s Acrisure Stadium when 73,117 Swifites turned out for the concert on Saturday. according to the place. The impressive statistic marks the biggest crowd in the stadium’s history.
According to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazettethe previous record holder was Garth Brooks, who drew a crowd of 72,887 in 2019.
The Pennsylvania native paid tribute to the Pittsburgh crowd in a message published Sunday on his Instagram.
“Pittsburgh, thank you for making me feel at home in my home state. I mean… You broke the all-time attendance record and we got to be the first tour to play your stadium twice,” he to say.
Swift went on to thank the “mesmerizing” crowd and wished a happy Father’s Day “to all the dads, but especially mine, who is one of my best friends, who helped me meticulously attach all the little crystals to my guitar and still doesn’t miss a show.”
Saturday night’s concert was made even more special when Swift brought out The National frontman Aaron Dessner to perform her surprise song “Seven” from the pair’s 2020 album “Folklore,” which they collaborated on. according to those attending the concert. publication videos of the performance on social networks.
It was the first time Swift performed “Seven,” which features lyrics that pay tribute to her home state, in front of a live audience. He also performed “The Story of Us” from his album “Speak Now” as the second surprise song of the concert.
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