What injury did Taylor Swift sustain on the Eras Tour?

Taylor Swift sustained a gruesome hand injury on the Eras Tour where her skin was 'flapping off' after a fall.

When did Taylor Swift's skin flap off during the Eras Tour?

Taylor Swift revealed the gruesome hand injury occurred during a performance in Texas in April 2023.

Where can I watch Taylor Swift's Eras Tour docu-series?

Taylor Swift's Eras Tour docu-series, 'The End of an Era,' is available on Disney Plus.

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Taylor Swift's Gruesome Eras Tour Injury: Skin 'Flapping Off'

19 Dec, 2025

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Summary

Singer Taylor Swift revealed a severe hand injury on her Eras Tour.
She sustained the gruesome wound while changing costumes during a Texas performance.
Despite the injury, Swift completed her quick change without being late for her performance.

Taylor Swift's Gruesome Eras Tour Injury: Skin 'Flapping Off'

Pop superstar Taylor Swift has disclosed a shocking injury she endured during her record-breaking Eras Tour. While performing in Texas in April 2023, Swift stumbled and cut her hand open during a rapid costume change. She recounted how a piece of her skin was literally "flapping off," yet she managed to complete the transition in just 39 seconds without delaying her performance.