Taylor Swift Soars to No. 5 on Forbes’ Most Powerful Women List: Eras Tour Triumph and Romance with Travis Kelce
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Forbes magazine named Taylor Swift one of the world’s most influential women, ranking her fifth among international leaders, CEOs, & heads of financial enterprises. In their list of the World’s Most Powerful Women for 2023, Swift holds the fifth position, a significant jump from her 79th ranking last year. Forbes highlighted the 33-year-old artist’s record-breaking world tour, her potential to impact economies, and her impressive $1.1 billion net worth. They introduced Swift as among the most influential women on the planet. In 2023, Taylor embarked on her record-breaking Eras Tour and entered into a new romantic relationship with football star Travis Kelce, bringing together two unexpected worlds: Swifites and the NFL.
Forbes ranks Taylor Swift as the world’s 5th most powerful woman of 2023. pic.twitter.com/hCXBgQ6l50
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Taylor Swift joined the billionaire club in October, thanks to her groundbreaking Eras tour. Forbes reported that the tour, consisting of 66 performances in the United States, grossed around $850 million. After the initial leg of the tour, Swift earned $190 million after taxes, propelling her net worth to $1.1 billion. Her upcoming tour in 2024 will take her to Europe and Asia.
Forbes crowns Taylor Swift as the most powerful woman in Media & Entertainment in 2023. pic.twitter.com/SoGVEpFysX
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Forbes also highlighted the economic impact of hosting an Eras concert in a city. During her two shows in Denver, fans, on average, spent $1,300 on accommodation, food, and retail, contributing a total of $140 million to Colorado’s GDP. According to estimates from the US Travel Association, Taylor’s tour played a substantial role in contributing over $5 billion to state economies.
Taylor Swift Is Ranked Fifth On Forbes’ List Of The World’s Most Powerful Women
Forbes magazine has recognized Taylor Swift as one of the most influential women globally, ranking her fifth among world leaders, CEOs, and heads of financial corporations. In their 2023 list of the world’s most powerful women, Swift secured the fifth position, a significant climb from her 79th spot in the previous year. According to Forbes, the 33-year-old artist is deemed one of the planet’s most influential women, boasting a multi-million dollar net worth, a groundbreaking world tour, and the ability to impact economies.
Forbes reports that Taylor Swift is officially a billi onaire. pic.twitter.com/dTW2Lw9UM7
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Taylor’s 2023 has been marked by record-breaking performances and a newfound romance with football star Travis Kelce, bridging two unexpected worlds—Swifites and the NFL. Achieving billionaire status in October, Swift’s Eras tour, generating nearly $850 million from 66 U.S. shows, played a pivotal role. Earning $190 million (after taxes) from the tour’s initial leg, Swift’s net worth soared to $1.1 billion. Her 2024 tour will extend to Europe and Asia.
Forbes updates Taylor Swift's net worth to $1.1 BILLION, solely based on her songs and performances. pic.twitter.com/yztY9w4DeN
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Forbes also emphasized the economic contribution of Eras performances to a city, citing that fans spent an average of $1,300 on lodging, food, and retail during the two Denver shows, contributing $140 million to Colorado’s GDP. According to estimates from the US Travel Association, Taylor’s tour has significantly contributed over $5 billion to state economies.
Taylor Swift is pretty in a flirty plaid miniskirt and matching coat as she steps out in NYC – and leaves boyfriend Travis Kelce behind in Kansan City …
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Taylor Swift looked effortlessly stylish on Tuesday night as she stepped out in New York City — leaving boyfriend Travis… pic.twitter.com/p6zIH78wFm
In both Denver concerts, fans spent on average $1,300 on lodging, food, and retailers – contributing $140 million to Colorado’s economy. As a result of Taylor’s tour, the US Travel Association estimates state economies gained over $5 billion. ‘She’s like a giant firm, working in several areas,’ Carolyn Sloan, a labor economist and the University of Chicago professor told Forbes. ‘For so long, her following has been so young and female that individuals may have overestimated how huge this thing could be economically. Nobody questions that today, in my opinion.’ Forbes also mentions the popularity of her Eras Tour event, which took place in October. The film grossed $93 million in its first weekend and more than $250 million worldwide. Swift’s film debut also coincided with her much-discussed courtship with NFL star Travis Kelce, whom she has been cheering on in person at his games. Forbes also mentions her successful re-recording of her tracks following a dispute over the masters. 1989 (Taylor’s Version), her most recent re-recording, broke a Spotify record. Taylor has been everywhere recently, and her influence has not gone unnoticed. Taylor was named People’s 2023 Most Interesting Person of the Year and was nominated for TIME Magazine’s Person of the Year.
