Taylor Swift crew member reveals eye-watering bonus he got for working on the Eras Tour

A crew member from Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour recently shared details of the incredible bonus they received from the global superstar, highlighting just how generous she is with her team.

Taylor, 35, has always been known for her thoughtfulness, whether directed toward her fans or the people who work alongside her. Her latest show of gratitude involves handing out life-changing bonuses to the staff who made her historic Eras Tour possible.

The tour, which started in Arizona in March 2023 and concluded in Vancouver in December 2024, spanned 149 shows across five continents. Not only did it break records as the highest-grossing tour ever, but it also became the first to earn over $1 billion in revenue.

Of course, such an achievement required a massive team effort. Hundreds of people—from road crew to hair-and-makeup artists, caterers, and cleaners—worked tirelessly to ensure every show was spectacular.

An Incredible $100,000 Bonus

One crew member, whose role on the tour hasn’t been specified, shared that they received a $100,000 bonus from Taylor, along with a handwritten note expressing her appreciation. The note, which was shared by PopBase on X (formerly Twitter), read:

“Robert, Thank you for your superb work on the U.S. leg of The Eras Tour!! Your well-deserved bonus is $100,000. Love, Taylor.”

This bonus, which was given on top of the person’s regular pay, is a stunning example of Taylor’s commitment to acknowledging the hard work of her team.

Fans Praise Taylor’s Kindness

Fans were quick to flood social media with praise for the singer. Comments included:

• “That’s an incredibly generous gesture. Taylor Swift really knows how to show appreciation for her team.”
• “A $100,000 bonus and a handwritten note? That speaks volumes about how much she values her crew.”
• “Such a life-changing gift—what an amazing way to thank the people behind the scenes.”

A History of Generosity

This bonus isn’t an isolated example of Taylor’s thoughtfulness. Reports indicate that over the past two years, she has given out $197 million in bonuses to her tour staff. These have been distributed to everyone involved in the production, including truck drivers, lighting and sound technicians, merch teams, dancers, band members, riggers, and many more.

Taylor’s efforts to share her success with her team show just how much she values the people who make her performances possible. It’s yet another reason why she continues to win hearts worldwide—on and off the stage.