Continuing the trend established during The Red Tour, Taylor Swift brought numerous special guests to surprise concert-goers during The 1989 Tour in 2015. This time, she invited a diverse group of people from different fields, including models, actors, and public figures. Musicians were frequently among her guests, and during her performance in Miami, Florida, she brought on stage a musician whose album she had bought when she was just ten years old.
The crowd erupted in cheers as Ricky Martin joined Taylor onstage, immediately launching into his classic 90s hit “Livin’ La Vida Loca.” Dressed in a smart black shirt, Ricky danced his way to stand beside Taylor, who shimmied in a sparkling silver dress. Their stunning performance was enhanced by backup dancers, a brass band, and pyrotechnics that sent sparks flying to the top of the arena.
Taylor brought a total of 57 special guests throughout the tour, showcasing her ability to perform with a wide variety of musicians. Fans were particularly impressed when she invited Aerosmith singer and rock legend Steven Tyler to join her in Nashville, Tennessee. Proving her versatility, Taylor performed the classic Aerosmith hit “I Don’t Wanna Miss a Thing” with Steven, thrilling the audience.
Despite her enormous status as a pop star, Taylor’s willingness to collaborate with others highlights her generosity and readiness to share the spotlight with those who have inspired her music. Even with the massive scale of her current Eras Tour, Taylor continues to invite various guests to perform, such as Ice Spice and long-time collaborator Jack Antonoff. However, as her shows become more ambitious, it becomes harder to accommodate surprise guests, making the experiences of The 1989 Tour attendees who witnessed these collaborations truly special.