Taylor Swift’s “Reputation” Era Makes Waves on The Handmaid’s Tale

Taylor Swift’s Reputation era continues to make headlines, this time by leaving an indelible mark on the hit show The Handmaid’s Tale. In a powerful moment during the penultimate episode, Taylor’s revamped version of Look What You Made Me Do plays almost in full as June leads an uprising.

This collaboration has been in the works for quite some time. Star and executive producer Elisabeth Moss, a self-proclaimed Swiftie, attended Taylor’s Eras Tour last fall with co-star Bradley Whitford. Reflecting on the experience, Moss told ET:
“The older I get, the less I take for granted. I’ve been wanting to use a Taylor song for years, and I’m so glad we waited. There could not be a more perfect song for a more perfect moment.”

For Moss, working on the show continues to be a surreal experience. She added, “I’m so honored. I still have moments standing on set where I cannot believe I get to do this job.”

Meanwhile, Handmaid’s actor Jos Charles, who also appeared in Taylor’s Fortnite music video, shared his admiration: “I love her music. Meeting her was surreal. If you’re a fan, your fandom just goes up a notch.”

Swifties Decode New Clues

Taylor’s use of Easter eggs in her projects has fans buzzing with speculation about what’s next. As Swift reclaims her music by re-recording her first six albums, Reputation (Taylor’s Version) appears to be on the horizon. While a release date hasn’t been announced, many believe a major announcement could come during the American Music Awards on Memorial Day, airing on CBS and Paramount+.

Here’s why fans are convinced: Taylor’s online shop features 12 items on sale for 26% off—12 for her 12th studio album and 26 for May 26, the day of the awards show. Adding to the intrigue, the highlighted shop categories spell out “AMAs.”

Fans also note Taylor’s tendency to announce albums at major award shows, fueling speculation further. As a bonus, the numbers 5, 2, and 6 add up to 13, Taylor’s lucky number.

Record-Breaking Nominee

Taylor is the most decorated artist in AMA history with 40 wins. This year, she’s nominated in six categories, including Artist of the Year. As always, fans are eager to see if Taylor will deliver another surprise announcement to keep everyone on their toes.

Stay tuned—Taylor’s world is full of surprises, and Swifties wouldn’t have it any other way.