Taylor Swift’s Current Smash Beats Two Of Her Most Famous No. 1 Smashes

For the past month, Taylor Swift has commanded the Hot 100, Billboard’s ranking of the biggest songs in America. The singer-songwriter has led the charge on what is often considered the most competitive and important chart with “The Fate of Ophelia,” the lead single from her recently released blockbuster *The Life of a Showgirl*.

That tune is comfortably perched once more atop the tally. As it earns another week in the spotlight, “The Fate of Ophelia” advances within Swift’s discography and reasserts itself as one of her longest-running chart champions—an impressive feat considering how many hits she has accumulated over the years.

### How Many Weeks Has “The Fate of Ophelia” Ruled the Hot 100?

“The Fate of Ophelia” has now ruled the Hot 100 for five consecutive weeks. It is just the third single from Swift to command the highly competitive ranking for at least five weeks.

### “The Fate of Ophelia” Passes “Shake It Off” and “Cruel Summer”

Last week, “The Fate of Ophelia” matched the five-week run of both “Shake It Off” and “Cruel Summer,” which dominated the chart for four weeks each during their respective runs almost a decade apart. As it tied with those two smashes, “The Fate of Ophelia” became Swift’s third-longest-running No. 1 ever.

Currently, “The Fate of Ophelia” holds this third-place title, while both “Cruel Summer” and “Shake It Off” were pushed down to jointly become her fourth-longest-running No. 1’s.

### “Anti-Hero” and “Blank Space” Remain Taylor Swift’s Longest-Running No. 1s

Only two tracks by Swift have spent more time at No. 1 on the Hot 100. Her longest-ruling success is “Anti-Hero,” which commanded the chart for eight weeks.

“Blank Space” previously held the record with seven weeks at No. 1, starting in November 2014.

### Can “The Fate of Ophelia” Catch Up to “Blank Space” on the Hot 100?

There is a good chance that “The Fate of Ophelia” will hold the No. 1 spot again when Billboard refreshes its charts in a few days. However, it needs another two weeks at the top to surpass “Blank Space” and climb higher in Swift’s own discography.

Whether the single can fend off competition from other chart-toppers—especially “Golden” from K-Pop group Demon Hunters, which has been vying to claim the throne again—remains to be seen. For now, the outcome is uncertain.

### Five Weeks Ruling Both the Hot 100 and Billboard 200

“The Fate of Ophelia” debuted at No. 1 on the Hot 100 simultaneously with Swift’s album *The Life of a Showgirl* arriving at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.

Notably, Swift did not release any singles in advance of the album, choosing instead to drop the project in its entirety—a strategy she has used with her last several full-length albums. This approach has proven immensely successful.

For the past five weeks, neither “The Fate of Ophelia” nor *The Life of a Showgirl* have slipped from the summit on their respective charts.

This remarkable achievement marks the first time in history that both an album and its lead single have debuted at No. 1 and then held that position for a full month.

### Sales Keep “The Fate of Ophelia” Atop the Hot 100

Three consumption metrics dictate a song’s ranking on the Hot 100: radio airplay, streams, and sales.

“The Fate of Ophelia” performs well across all three, but it appears that strong sales are doing most of the work keeping it at No. 1.

This week, the single fell to second place on the Streaming Songs chart and holds steady at its all-time high of No. 5 on the Radio Songs chart. However, it continues to dominate the Digital Song Sales list.

Swift has released multiple versions of “The Fate of Ophelia” since its initial launch, including an acoustic version and several remixes. This is a common tactic artists use to boost sales, as Billboard combines all versions into one charting entity, further strengthening the single’s position.

Taylor Swift’s ongoing reign with “The Fate of Ophelia” highlights her enduring power and savvy in today’s music landscape. Fans and industry watchers alike will be eager to see just how long this latest smash can hold the top spot.
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Taylor Swift Has $2.3 Million Announcement Before Chiefs-Raiders

The Kansas City Chiefs are gearing up for another home game at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday, October 19. Since it’s a home game, there’s a good chance that superstar singer Taylor Swift will be in attendance. Swift is engaged to Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, and she often attends his home games, feeling comfortable with the security measures in place. For away games, where security can be less reliable, she usually opts to stay away.

This upcoming Sunday, the Chiefs will face off against the Las Vegas Raiders. The Raiders, currently holding a 2-4 record, have been having a rough season, making this game potentially easier than last weekend’s contest against the Detroit Lions. However, no win should be taken for granted, and the Chiefs are expected to be fully focused and ready to perform.

### Taylor Swift Helps Raise an Incredible Donation

Ahead of the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Las Vegas Raiders game, Taylor Swift is making headlines not just for football, but for a remarkable charitable impact.

Swift recently wore a vintage Monterey Bay Aquarium otter T-shirt, which sparked a significant fundraising effort for the aquarium. The shirt, originally from the 1990s, gained attention when Swift donned it during the filming of “The Official Release Party of a Showgirl.” The shirt appeared in the final video, catching the eye of fans and supporters.

According to a report by KSBW, following the film’s premiere, the Monterey Bay Aquarium noticed an influx of donations in $13 increments—Swift’s favorite number—and renewed interest in the out-of-production otter T-shirt. Capitalizing on this momentum, the aquarium decided to reissue the shirt as part of a special fundraiser, aiming to raise $1.3 million, another meaningful number linked to Swift.

The results were staggering. The fundraiser hit the $1.3 million goal in just seven hours and, as of Friday, October 17, had raised over $2.3 million and counting. The aquarium shared on their fundraiser page:

> “We’re saying thank you to all the eagle-eyed fans out there with a re-release of our vintage Monterey Bay Aquarium sea otter t-shirt. We tracked down the original artwork—first printed in the 1990s—and are bringing it back, sustainably. For a limited time, we’re running a special campaign to support our Sea Otter Program and other critical ocean conservation work.”

### ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ Is a Hit

Taylor Swift’s latest album, *The Life of a Showgirl*, is also enjoying massive success. The album marked the biggest debut of the year on the Billboard 200 chart, moving more than 4 million album units. Additionally, it shattered the record for the most vinyl albums sold in a single week, with 1.2 million copies.

Critics have given the album glowing reviews. Rolling Stone praised it, stating:

> “Taylor Swift’s *The Life of a Showgirl* combines new, exciting sonic turns with incisive storytelling.”

Maya Georgi of Rolling Stone added:

> “On her 12th studio album, Swift hits all her marks—from new, exciting sonic turns to incisive storytelling.”

Swift’s current success extends beyond music and sports. With her engagement to Travis Kelce, she also has wedding plans underway, adding to an already exciting time in her life.

Stay tuned to see if Swift will make an appearance at Arrowhead Stadium this weekend and continue to use her incredible influence for good causes.
https://heavy.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/taylor-swift-2-3-million-announcement-chiefs-raiders/

EXCLUSIVE: Gas-guzzling Taylor Swift Hasn’t Been Able to Use Her Luxury Private Jet for Over Four Months as It’s Falling Apart

**Taylor Swift’s Private Jet Grounded After Accusations of High Carbon Emissions**

*Published Oct. 17, 2025, 4:20 p.m. ET*

Pop superstar Taylor Swift has recently come under fire for the environmental impact of her private jet, accused of pumping out thousands of tonnes of CO2 with her frequent flights. However, RadarOnline.com can now reveal that the Earth’s atmosphere is getting a much-needed break from the mega-rich singer, as her jet has been grounded for the past four months.

### What’s Wrong With Swift’s Private Jet?

The jet of the “Bad Blood” singer has been parked since June — that’s around four months of no flights. However, this pause doesn’t appear to be due to Swift suddenly adopting eco-friendly habits. Jack Sweeney, a college graduate who has famously tracked Swift’s plane via a flight tracker, claims that the luxury jet is currently undergoing “heavy maintenance” after falling into a state of disrepair.

Sweeney’s X account, *TaylorSwiftJets*, reports that the plane’s last trip was on June 9th, flying from Nashville to Little Rock, Arkansas. This followed several days of flights around Florida, coinciding with Swift and her fiancé Travis Kelce’s visit to watch the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers face off in the Stanley Cup Final.

### Details on Swift’s Luxury Plane

The jet, a 16-year-old Dassault Falcon 7X, is clearly taking a well-deserved rest after a busy few years in the air. It had already flown more than 70 times in the first six months of this year before being temporarily grounded.

This private jet can carry up to 11 passengers and travel over 6,000 miles at speeds of up to 540 miles per hour. During 2023, Swift’s busiest tour year, her two jets—which included one she sold last year—traveled a combined total of 178,000 miles. To put that into perspective, that’s equivalent to flying around the world seven times, emitting approximately 1,200 tonnes of CO2.

### Legal Threat Over Jet Tracking

Jack Sweeney, who gained notoriety for tracking Swift’s plane, has previously faced legal challenges. In December 2023, Swift’s legal team sent him a “cease and desist” letter, accusing him of aiding stalkers and putting the singer’s safety at risk.

The letter stated:
*”While this may be a game to you, or an avenue that you hope will earn you wealth or fame, it is a life-or-death matter for our Client. Ms. Swift has dealt with stalkers and other individuals who wish her harm since she was a teenager… the reality has forced our Client to live her life in a constant state of fear for her personal safety.”*

Despite the threat, Sweeney remains unrepentant and continues his tracking activities.

### Elon Musk Also Clashed with Sweeney

Sweeney is no stranger to high-profile confrontations. Previously, in 2022, he clashed with Elon Musk after managing a jet-tracker account for the Tesla founder. Musk accused Sweeney of endangering his life by sharing his plane’s real-time location and even offered $5,000 to stop the tracking—but Sweeney refused.

Speaking to *The Sun*, Sweeney said:
*”They [Swift and Musk] both have different kinds of powers. But if I’m not gonna back down from someone that I was kind of a fan of, like Elon, so why would I back down for Swift? They thought that just because of the [cease and desist] letter, they’d try and intimidate me.”*

He added:
*”They don’t want you there, they’re the bigger person, have bigger power, and they think they can do stuff like that.”*

As Taylor Swift’s private jet remains grounded for maintenance, the planet gets a temporary respite from the carbon emissions caused by her busy travel schedule. Whether this marks the start of a more eco-conscious chapter for the pop icon remains to be seen.
https://radaronline.com/p/taylor-swift-hasnt-used-her-luxury-private-jet-its-falling-apart/

Shah Rukh Khan becomes world’s richest actor with $1.4 billion net worth, overtakes Taylor Swift

According to the Hurun India Rich List 2025, Shah Rukh Khan has officially joined the ranks of global billionaires with an estimated net worth of $1.4 billion (Rs. 12,490 crores). This milestone not only cements his status as India’s richest actor but also ranks him above several international stars.

Bollywood’s Badshah, Shah Rukh Khan (59), has joined the billionaire club for the first time with a wealth of INR 12,490 crores. In doing so, he now eclipses the fortunes of high-profile celebrities like Taylor Swift (at $1.3 billion), Arnold Schwarzenegger ($1.2 billion), Jerry Seinfeld ($1.2 billion), and Selena Gomez ($720 million).

Within India’s entertainment elite, the gap between Shah Rukh and his peers is growing significantly. His longtime business partner Juhi Chawla and her family rank next with a reported net worth of Rs. 7,790 crores, while Hrithik Roshan trails further behind at Rs. 2,160 crores.

The Hurun list notes that in the prior year, Shah Rukh’s net worth was pegged at $870 million, making this leap to $1.4 billion particularly notable. Analysts attribute this jump to his diversified investments ranging from his Red Chillies production and VFX ventures to real estate holdings in the Middle East and stakes in global cricket franchises.

As Shah Rukh Khan seizes the top global spot among actors by net worth, his financial clout now stands shoulder to shoulder with the biggest names in entertainment.

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