Taylor Swift’s Father Allegedly Assaults Paparazzo
In a recent turn of events, Australian police are delving into a paparazzo’s claim of being assaulted by none other than Taylor Swift’s father, Scott Swift. The incident purportedly occurred on a Sydney wharf, where tensions flared after the Swift duo disembarked from a yacht.
The paparazzo, Ben McDonald, aged 51, alleges that Scott Swift, aged 71, struck his face during the encounter. Fortunately, McDonald did not sustain any significant injuries requiring medical attention. However, the altercation has stirred a flurry of inquiries and attention.
Reportedly, the altercation unfolded around 02:30 local time on Tuesday, with Taylor Swift, concealed beneath an umbrella, accompanied by her father and security personnel. A video circulating in Australian media captures the moments preceding the alleged assault, showing Swift walking along Neutral Bay Wharf amidst flashing cameras and a growing commotion.
According to McDonald’s account provided to the BBC, the situation escalated when Taylor Swift had already entered a waiting car, and Scott Swift purportedly initiated the physical altercation. McDonald emphasized that he had not provoked the incident and expressed astonishment at the turn of events, citing his extensive experience as a paparazzo.
In response to the assault allegation, a spokesperson for Taylor Swift neither confirmed nor denied the incident but highlighted the aggressive behavior exhibited by two individuals towards the singer and her entourage. The spokesperson stated that these individuals were pushing aggressively, grabbing at security personnel, and even threatening a female staff member.
The incident occurred following the culmination of Taylor Swift’s highly anticipated Eras tour, marking the final concert in Australia. Amidst the fervor surrounding the conclusion of the tour, this unexpected altercation has thrust the Swift family into the spotlight once again.
New South Wales Police confirmed that inquiries are underway, with officers from the North Shore Police Area Command investigating the reported incident. As details continue to emerge, the unfolding saga underscores the complexities of fame and the challenges faced by public figures and those documenting their lives.