Taylor Swift Expresses Gratitude to Barstool’s Dave in Handwritten Note

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy recently set social media abuzz when he shared a heartfelt handwritten letter from pop sensation Taylor Swift during his attendance at her Eras Tour concert in Miami. Portnoy, 47, took to Instagram on October 20 to recount his VIP experience at the show, revealing that the note was personally delivered by Taylor’s brother, Austin Swift.

The letter, crafted on custom stationery detailing “From the desk of Taylor Swift,” expressed her gratitude toward Portnoy. In the video, he read Taylor’s message, which described him as a devoted supporter and even a “feline enthusiast.” “Dave, I am so happy you are at the show tonight. I wanted to say thank you for always being so supportive, so loyal, for having my back when a lot of people didn’t. I hope you have a blast tonight. Love, Taylor,” the note read.

While Taylor, 34, may be on a break from her extensive tour, Portnoy shared his enthusiasm, highlighting the joy he felt at the concert and the impressive three-and-a-half-hour performance. Following the Miami concert on October 19, he infused the conversation with positivity and urged others to embrace love instead of negativity, a mantra he attributed to Taylor herself.

“I had the time of my life; I can’t believe how incredible Taylor is. Performing day after day, flawless, perfect,” he remarked. His interaction not only included Taylor’s family but also a poignant moment where he received a “real hug” from her mother, Andrea Swift.

In a further display of goodwill, Portnoy has been known to cultivate a special connection with Swift fans by sharing a hand-painted denim jacket at concerts, which also features a bag filled with letters from fans. He placed his letter from Taylor inside that very bag, reinforcing the sense of community among Swifties.

Portnoy’s antics with the jacket culminated when he met with his coworker Kevin “KFC” Clancy’s daughter, Shea, handing her the unique jacket after the concert. Clancy humorously referenced past comments from Portnoy about Shea, highlighting the full-circle moment for both families.

This latest chapter in the ongoing saga of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour not only underscores the musician’s outreach to fans but amplifies the positive energy spun off by her concerts, which have garnered widespread acclaim since kicking off back in March 2023. The tour continues to make headlines, filled with memorable moments and unwavering fan support.