On Friday the 13th, which many consider an unlucky day, Taylor Swift embraces the occasion as a celebration of her 35th birthday. The singer has long viewed the number 13 as her lucky charm, a perspective she has maintained throughout her life and career.
Swift was born on December 13, 1989, in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania, and while that day was not a Friday, she has celebrated her 13th birthday on a Friday the 13th in 2002. Interestingly, she will also mark her 52nd birthday—another number that is divisible by 13—on a Friday the 13th in the year 2041.
Not only does the number 13 hold personal significance for Swift, but it has also featured prominently in her career milestones. Her first album achieved gold status in just 13 weeks, and her debut No. 1 single had a distinctive 13-second intro. Swift has recounted that throughout her awards journey, she has often found herself in seats and rows marked by the number 13, making it a recurring theme in her life.
Although she no longer paints the number on her hands during performances, Swift continues to reference the number in her work. Her social media presence, particularly her Twitter handle @taylorswift13, further demonstrates her fondness for this numerical connection.
Swift’s albums also reflect this lucky number with hidden Easter eggs, including notable references in her 2017 album “Reputation.” In the midst of her celebrated career, the number 13 has undeniably played a role in both personal and professional contexts, showing that what some deem as “unlucky” can indeed be a source of good fortune.
This story is a reminder that embracing unconventional beliefs can lead to unique and positive experiences. For those who might see Friday the 13th as a day of bad luck, Taylor Swift’s journey sends a hopeful message to redefine interpretations of superstitions.