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“Childish”: Man Speaks Out After Spending $4k On ‘Signed’ Taylor Swift Guitar Only To Destroy It
The man who paid $4,000 to buy a Taylor Swiftguitar only to smash it into total destruction with a hammer broke his silence. Gary Estes, from Texas, USA, reportedly claimed that the Shake it Off hitmaker didn’t physically sign the instrument herself, although it bears her autograph and includes a certificate of authenticity.
According to Gary, Taylor didn’t sign the actual guitar, but instead, signed a different piece of memorabilia that was affixed to the instrument, TMZ reported on Wednesday (October 2).
Highlights
- Gary claims Taylor Swift didn't physically sign the guitar he smashed.
- Gary smashed the guitar as a 'gag,' egged on by the crowd.
- The guitar still bears Taylor's autograph and authenticity certificate.
A source close to the Grammy Awards winner’s merchandise company reportedly told TMZ that she didn’t sign the guitar.
However, the Ellis County WildGame Dinner, a nonprofit in Waxahachie, Texas, which was responsible for auctioning the instrument, previously said it was signed.
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The man who paid $4,000 to buy a Taylor Swift guitar only to smash it into total destruction with a hammer broke his silence
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The nonprofit also reportedly provided Gary with a certificate of authenticity. Gary has subsequently told TMZ the smashing guitar act was just a “gag” and the crowd was “egging him on.”
Nevertheless, Gary’s swinging hammer reportedly didn’t destroy Taylor’s signature. The Texan consequently put the guitar up for auction on eBay.
He further revealed that the money from the sale would go to charity. As of Thursday (October 3), the current bid was $4,650.
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Gary Estes, from Texas, USA, reportedly claimed that the Shake it Off hitmaker didn’t physically sign the instrument herself
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Gary is now prepared to deliver the guitar to Taylor if she wants to buy it and “really help out a charitable effort in Texas,” TMZ reported.
Footage of Gary smashing the pop star’s guitar went viral after being released on August 30. The video showcased the man stepping up to receive his prize at the Ellis County Wild Game Dinner while people gasped and then cheered as he destroyed the valuable instrument.
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However, the guitar bears Taylor’s autograph and includes a certificate of authenticity
Image credits: JoJoFromJerz
The incident ignited debates on several platforms from fans offended at what they perceived as a slight against their idol, as a Swiftie wrote: “Does he not realize that he still spent $4K on that guitar!?
“These are the same folks that cry about Taylor being an out-of-touch billionaire.”
Image credits: eBay
Footage of Gary smashing the pop star’s guitar went viral after being released on August 30
@jdcobb58 Man pays $3200.00 dollars for autographed Taylor Swift Guitar then smashes it to pieces with a hammer. #taylorswift♬ original sound – jdcobb58
The viral video showed Gary approaching the stage to receive the instrument before the crowd cheered him on as the host invited him to smash it on the floor like a 1980s rockstar.
Gary subsequently decided to just start poking holes in the body of the guitar with a hammer repeatedly, which was adorned in a pink motif and what appeared to be a photo of the Taylor at the bottom.
Bored Panda has contacted Taylor’s representatives for comment.
“This was a glorious display of toxic masculinity,” a reader commented
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michael Chock 1 year ago
Amazing how anti cancel culture culture is so focused on literally destroying any culture that isn't theirs.
The Phantom Stranger 1 year ago
This article was so badly written that I'm not really sure what I just read. Was he upset that the guitar wasn't actually autographed, or does he just not like Taylor Swift? He says he's now auctioning the broken guitar off--apparently for more than he paid--for charity, but didn't the money he spent in the first place already go to charity? I'm confused. (This article was choppy anyway, and the pop-up ads that keep bouncing it around my phone screen aren't helping. Thank, BP!)
Guess Undheit 1 year ago
Another day, another pathetic cisgender heterosexual christian white male.
similarly 1 year ago (edited)
BP, why are you giving publicity to ridiculous nonsense like this? Just stop it, and go back to cute animals and the funny and heartwarming stuff you use to do when I first started coming here. I swear, BP is becoming the internet's septic tank.
Natalia 1 year ago
The problem is that BP used to be about quality, now it's all about quantity
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Virgil Blue 1 year ago
It's a win win situation. The charity gets the money, the idiot loses the money, the guitar, and gets to show he's an air sole to everyone involved, a good warning for dealing with him in the future.
BeesEelsAndPups 1 year ago
I think the story is more about I stupid guy who spent $4000 on something dumb. To me it's a waste of money. And it's a shame to destroy something that somebody else could have enjoyed. BUT, it's also his money to waste, so whatever. If he has the resources to burn $4000 on 10 seconds of feeling like a big guy, then who am I to say he shouldn't.
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Mallory Morrison 1 year ago
No doubt this "man" complains about the price of groceries being too high while wasting $4000 on this nonsense.
michael Chock 1 year ago
Amazing how anti cancel culture culture is so focused on literally destroying any culture that isn't theirs.
The Phantom Stranger 1 year ago
This article was so badly written that I'm not really sure what I just read. Was he upset that the guitar wasn't actually autographed, or does he just not like Taylor Swift? He says he's now auctioning the broken guitar off--apparently for more than he paid--for charity, but didn't the money he spent in the first place already go to charity? I'm confused. (This article was choppy anyway, and the pop-up ads that keep bouncing it around my phone screen aren't helping. Thank, BP!)
Guess Undheit 1 year ago
Another day, another pathetic cisgender heterosexual christian white male.
similarly 1 year ago (edited)
BP, why are you giving publicity to ridiculous nonsense like this? Just stop it, and go back to cute animals and the funny and heartwarming stuff you use to do when I first started coming here. I swear, BP is becoming the internet's septic tank.
Natalia 1 year ago
The problem is that BP used to be about quality, now it's all about quantity
Load More Replies... Virgil Blue 1 year ago
It's a win win situation. The charity gets the money, the idiot loses the money, the guitar, and gets to show he's an air sole to everyone involved, a good warning for dealing with him in the future.
BeesEelsAndPups 1 year ago
I think the story is more about I stupid guy who spent $4000 on something dumb. To me it's a waste of money. And it's a shame to destroy something that somebody else could have enjoyed. BUT, it's also his money to waste, so whatever. If he has the resources to burn $4000 on 10 seconds of feeling like a big guy, then who am I to say he shouldn't.
Load More Replies... Mallory Morrison 1 year ago
No doubt this "man" complains about the price of groceries being too high while wasting $4000 on this nonsense.
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