Swift vs. SNL
Taylor Swift reportedly asked Saturday Night Live to cancel a 2015 parody of her hit “Bad Blood” music video. The sketch portrayed her girl squad as a post-apocalyptic cult, which Swift found offensive. When she called Lorne Michaels to stop it, he replied, “Taylor, I do not negotiate with terrorists.”
The Parody Airs Anyway
Despite her objections, the sketch aired. Later, Swift sent Michaels flowers with a note: “I hope there’s no bad blood.” The parody featured Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, and Amy Schumer, poking fun at Swift’s famous squad.
A Pop Culture Legacy
“Bad Blood” featured a star-studded cast including Selena Gomez, Zendaya, Gigi Hadid, and more. Fans still revisit the iconic video, calling it “legendary” and begging for a 2025 sequel.
Continued Buzz
Both the original video and SNL parody continue to spark online reactions. The clash between Swift’s control and SNL’s comedic spin shows just how powerful pop culture can be — and how fiercely it’s protected.
