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King Charles meets Southport stabbing survivors at Taylor Swift event
King Charles III met young survivors of a stabbing in July on a Taylor Swift-themed dance class.
Charles, 75, traveled to Southport, England, on Tuesday, August 20, to spend time with those affected by the July 29 attack that left three children dead. He also met with local community members and emergency responders who responded to the attack.
According to Buckingham Palace, the monarch met locals outside Southport Town Hall, followed by a private meeting with people affected by the July 29 knife attack.
Later in the day, The King will attend Southport Community Fire Station to meet with locally elected leaders and staff from Merseyside’s police, fire and rescue and ambulance services, who will share their experiences of the attack and subsequent riots in Southport . .
Before the death of Queen Elizabeth II, King Charles III had been heir apparent to the British throne for seventy years. Charles held this position longer than anyone in the history of the monarchy. While awaiting his ascension to heaven, he served his country as Prince of Wales. After serving in the military and being founders […]
Charles’ visit comes after two young girls allegedly involved in the stabbing were invited backstage to meet Swift during her concert on Sunday, August 18, at Wembley Stadium in London.
“You drew stars around my scars,” the caption of a TikTok video uploaded continues Sami Fostermother of two young Swifties, Sunday. “Thank you so much to @Taylor Swift and her mom for making the most magical night possible for all of us 🫶🏻 Thank you for bringing Hope & Autumn pure happiness last night and always.”
The now-viral video features photos of Foster’s daughters with Swift, 34, holding them tightly by her side. Foster turned off the carousel of photos to Swift’s “Enchanted.” Speak Now (Taylor’s Version). Swift’s mother, Andreawas also spotted in one of the images.
Swift previously shared her condolences in a heartfelt message posted to her Instagram Story on July 30.
“The horror of yesterday’s attack in Southport continues to wash over me, and I’m just in complete shock,” Swift wrote. “The loss of life and innocence, and the terrible trauma that was inflicted on everyone who was there, the families and the first responders.”
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“These were just little kids in dance class,” she continued. “I don’t know how I can ever convey my condolences to these families.”
A 17-year-old was charged on August 1 with three counts of murder, 10 counts of attempted murder and one count of possession of a bladed article in connection with the attack.
