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Taylor Swift sparks debate after tipping $100 for Bills Stadium employee

Tuesday, 28/05/2024, 17:59 (GMT+7)

Taylor Swift, known for her generosity, recently made headlines for tipping an employee at the Buffalo Bills Stadium.

On social media, Taylor Swift was captured her kindness after giving a $100 tip at Buffalo's Highmark stadium. 

However, this act of Taylor kindness sparked debate on social media. 

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Taylor Swift gives a $100 tip for Buffalo's Highmark employee, sparked widespread debate. Image Credits: Jerris Rainey/WKBW

The incident occurred in 2023, but it went viral again after one user shared Taylor Swift's generous act on Reddit, sparking widespread discussion.

Tay Swift demonstrated her generosity by tipping $100 to NFL workers.

During the Kansas City Chiefs' game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium, Tay Swift gained attention after tipping NFL workers. 

Once again, Taylor Swift found herself in the spotlight for her genuine appreciation for the hardworking staff. 

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Swift's generosity towards NFL workers during the Chiefs' game against the Patriots caught public attention. Image Credits: Jerris Rainey/WKBW

At the Buffalo Bills Stadium, she was seen cheering on her boyfriend, Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. As she exited the stadium, she encountered Jerris Rainey, a ticket taker at the stadium

Rainey was receiving a $100 tip from Taylor Swift. 

Rainey, a self-described Swift fan, simply wanted to catch a glimpse of the star. Little did she know that she would receive more than just a photo opportunity. 

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Taylor Swift's $100 tip at Buffalo's Highmark Stadium sparked a debate on social media. Image Credits: Getty

Swift approached Rainey, asking if she worked at the stadium. When Rainey confirmed, Swift handed her a $100 bill as a tip. But the kindness didn't stop there. Swift then offered to take a picture with Rainey, creating a memorable moment for both of them. Rainey described Swift as "very down to earth," emphasizing the singer's genuine nature.

After the incident, Rainey, felt touched by the unexpected encounter.

In the interview with 7 News, she said: “She’s a sweetie pie. Very down to earth." 

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Swift's gesture of tipping a stadium employee showcased her renowned generosity. Image Credits: Getty

“I said yes, and she asked if she could give me a tip. She gave me $100 and then she asked if I wanted to take a picture with her and I said yes.”

The pair then posed for a selfie, capturing Rainey's joy as Swift leaned in close. The photo circulated on social media, sparking discussions about Swift's generosity.

The news of Taylor Swift's tip at the Buffalo Bills Stadium sparked debate about celebrity tipping culture on social media. 

In the comments, many praised Taylor Swift's generosity, while others criticized the size of her tip. Some suggested that considering Taylor's assets, the tip was small, another claimed that she tipped very little. 

One person said: 100 bucks. ...so a tank of gas...generous 

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Social media reactions varied from praise for Swift's kindness to criticism of the tip's size. Image Credits: Getty

A second wrote: ONLY $100 LOL I TIP THAT MUCH N AHHH AIN'T EVEN NEARLY AHHH RICH AHHH SHE ii!!! PMSL SHOULD BE 500 MINIMUM!!!

While a third commented: That's like the average person leaving one penny, that's what $100 means to her.

Another added: To put things into perspective, she is worth 1.1 billion. What a nice gal, hahaha

Someone else said: You never hear anything bad about Taylor. Always kind to her fans. Her parents did a good job. Stay sweet and kind Taylor there are enough egoistical, self loving celebrities out there who are rude and arrogant.

This isn't the first time Swift has surprised stadium staff. 

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Social media reactions ranged from praise for Swift's generosity to criticism of the tip's size. Image Credits: X

Previously, she made headlines for handing out $100 bills to food runners at Gillette Stadium during another Chiefs game. Beyond sports venues, Swift's generosity extends to her massive Eras Tour, where she reportedly gave substantial bonuses to truck drivers, dancers, and other crew members.

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