Vince Gill recently shared his views on Taylor Swift amid fan reactions to her appearances at NFL games. This discussion comes following Swift’s experience of being booed at the 2025 Super Bowl, highlighting the divided opinions surrounding her rising stardom. While some artists like Sabrina Carpenter praise her, others such as John Lydon offer criticisms, prompting curiosity about Gill’s stance.
Here’s what Vince Gill said about Taylor Swift.
What did Vince Gill say about Taylor Swift?
Vince Gill described Taylor Swift as “awesome” and expressed that he is “crazy about her.”
During a talk at the Oklahoma Hall of Fame, Gill reminisced about their collaboration at the CMA Awards, where he, Alison Krauss, and others performed an acoustic version of her hit song ‘Red.’
Gill addressed the discussions surrounding Swift’s appearances at NFL games, noting, “I just laugh when everybody gets so uptight when she goes to football games.” He recalled a conversation where someone asked for his opinion on her NFL presence, and he pointed out that the cameras tend to focus on figures like Jerry Jones instead.
The 67-year-old musician commented on the remarkable scrutiny surrounding Swift’s popularity, stating that it simply involves “a girl that likes a guy and they’re going to a ball game.”
Moreover, Gill compared Swift’s captivating presence to legends such as Dolly Parton, Michael Jordan, and Michael Jackson, highlighting how these icons “own a room.” He humorously noted his own more reserved demeanor, calling himself a “wallflower.”
In her recent NFL appearances, Swift was last spotted at the 2025 Super Bowl, where the Kansas City Chiefs, featuring Travis Kelce, fell to the Philadelphia Eagles.
This year, Taylor Swift was honored with the Tour of the Century award at the iHeartRadio Awards, celebrating her exceptional Eras Tour. Additionally, she secured accolades such as Artist of the Year, Pop Album of the Year, and Favorite Tour Style, along with Travis Kelce, winning the Favorite Surprise Guest award.
