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Francesca von Boeselager, an 8-year-old Swiftie, joined an exclusive group of fans after Taylor Swift gifted her the iconic “22” hat during her concert at Wembley Stadium in London. Francesca, along with her 10-year-old sister Antonia and their mother Claudia, had seats near the catwalk, excitedly watching the show unfold. What they didn’t expect was for Francesca to experience a once-in-a-lifetime moment.
During the “Fearless” era, a member of Swift’s team noticed Francesca dancing enthusiastically. This led to the team member inviting her to the stage’s edge. Claudia, in disbelief, watched her daughter head toward the catwalk, assisted by security.
Taylor Swift’s ’22’ hat at the Eras Tour
When Swift appeared for her “Red” era performance, she spotted Francesca and skipped toward her. Francesca handed the pop star a friendship bracelet, and in return, Swift gave her the legendary black fedora. Designed by milliner Gladys Tamez, the hat was autographed by Swift with “Taylor,” a gold heart, and the words “Wembley” and “Eras Tour 2024” inscribed on the brim.
What the moment meant to Francesca and her family
For Francesca and her family, the experience was more than just a simple interaction—it was a moment of pure magic. Claudia, Francesca’s mother, described watching her daughter from the stands as overwhelming. “Seeing Francesca up there, meeting Taylor, was a dream come true for all of us,” Claudia shared, adding that it was one of the happiest shocks of her life. The sight of Francesca on the big screen, standing face-to-face with her idol, left her both emotional and speechless.
Francesca, who had been eagerly waiting for the moment, was overjoyed when Taylor Swift handed her the autographed black fedora. “It was my dream,” Francesca said excitedly, beaming from ear to ear. The young fan had always hoped for a special moment like this, but the reality exceeded her expectations. The moment Swift skipped toward her, Francesca said she could hardly believe what was happening. She proudly wore the hat for the rest of the concert, her smile beaming as bright as the stadium lights.