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Taylor Swift Explains the '22' Hat Moment in New Docuseries

Episode six shows the behind-the-scenes selection, framing the child as a stand-in for every kid in the crowd.

Overview

  • Swift says the tradition traces back to the black fedora from her Red Tour, revived on the Eras Tour for a recognizable, nostalgic moment.
  • During '22,' she kneels to meet a young fan onstage, shares a hug, and places the fedora on the child’s head as the crowd cheers.
  • She notes she does not pick the child herself, with staff scanning early in the show for an enthusiastic kid who knows the words.
  • Swift describes the exchange as a personal pause in a massive show that “reminds me why I do it,” with reactions ranging from shy to exuberant.
  • The End of an Era’s final episodes, which include the segment, are now streaming on Disney+, with availability on JioHotstar in some regions.