You won’t believe this crazy story. A North Texas man is going viral after smashing a signed Taylor Swift guitar he purchased for around $4,000 at an auction.
The guitar, featuring designs from Swift’s record-breaking Eras Tour, was destroyed at the Ellis County WildGame Dinner, an event supporting agricultural education for local youth.
In a video circulating on social media, the man is seen taking a hammer and bashing the guitar shortly after winning the auction.
The wild ass moment, captured by JD Cobb, initially appeared to be a joke to those watching, but quickly made headlines around the world and on social media.
Though the man didn’t immediately explain his motivation, event organizers suggested his actions were a political statement against Swift’s recent endorsement of Kamala Harris for president.
Cause yeah, of course an old white dude feels so threatened by T. Swift that he spent thousands of dollar to destroy something she signed. lol
Event spokesperson Craig Meier stated that the act wasn’t meant to be malicious, but a “lighthearted statement” showing disapproval of celebrities influencing politics.
Despite mixed reactions online, Meier noted that the crowd at the event found it humorous, and emphasized that all funds raised, including from the guitar auction, go directly to supporting local youth and agricultural programs.
The incident has sparked debate on social media, with some criticizing the man’s actions and others finding the situation amusing.