Was Taylor Swift In Family Guy? Here’s What We Know About Pop Star’s Appearance

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As a die-hard fan of both Taylor Swift and Family Guy, I can confidently say that the writers of this animated series have a knack for blending humor with pop culture references in a way that only they can. Having grown up listening to Taylor’s music and watching Family Guy episodes side by side, it’s fascinating to see how these two worlds collide.

Taylor Swift’s extensive impact on pop culture extends broadly, and her influence has even touched the humorous animated series, Family Guy. Although she herself has not provided a voice for a character, her songs, appearance, and personality have been showcased frequently throughout the show.

We’ll examine the occasions when Taylor Swift appeared in Family Guy, looking at how they employ her tunes and persona to infuse humor and satire into their narratives.

One of Taylor Swift’s early mentions in Family Guy appears in the 2013 episode titled “Roads to Vegas.” In this episode, Stewie Griffin, one of the main characters, wagers all his money on a roulette wheel and places a bet on number sixteen. This number is associated with Taylor Swift in the show.

He mistakenly believes that Swift has a song titled Sixteen, hoping it’s a lucky number. However, Brian quickly corrects him, pointing out that the song he’s referring to is actually called Fifteen. To Stewie’s surprise, the roulette wheel lands on fifteen. 

In a 2014 episode titled “Acts of God”, Family Guy delves into a storyline where characters Peter, Joe, Cleveland, and Quagmire embark on a quest to find God. This adventure leads them to the Country Music Awards in Nashville, Tennessee, where they enlist the aid of famous country singer Carrie Underwood for hints about God’s current location.

At the Country Music Awards (CMAs), the group crosses paths with Taylor Swift. In a jovial twist, they introduce an amusing character named “Taylor Less-than-Swift.” This fictional persona playfully sings a tune about ending things with a birthday cake in a humorous manner.

In the 2016 episode “Chris Has Got a Date”, Taylor Swift features prominently, even though it’s voice actress Ursula Taherian who portrays her instead of Taylor Swift herself.

In this installment, Chris Griffin, Peter’s high school-aged son, is thrilled about having a date with the famous pop star, planning to take her to his school dance. Yet, following the dance, Swift sings a song that satirically mocks Chris, casting him in an unfavorable light.

Apart from the featured appearances, Taylor Swift is also casually referenced elsewhere in the series. In the 2014 episode titled “Baby Got Black,” for example, Peter Griffin humorously employs Swift’s music to illustrate white culture during a conversation with Jerome.

Furthermore, during their wedding in Shanksgiving (2019), Stewie demands that Taylor Swift’s song “You Belong With Me” be played at the reception. This choice highlights a popular tune from Swift’s Fearless period and underscores its enduring iconic status.

In addition, there’s a subtle reference or inside joke called an Easter egg hidden within the 2019 episode titled “Rock Hard.” At a fictional vinyl record shop named All Sales Are Vinyl, a Taylor Swift album cover can be seen.

In the narrative of “Are You There God? It’s Me, Peter,” Peter Griffin finds himself in an elevator with a divine figure, leading him to discuss a personal matter: the potential reconciliation between Taylor Swift and Katy Perry, two musicians once believed to be at odds. However, instead of providing an answer, God seems to be searching for someone else who might have more insight on the subject, specifically seeking out “a man who identifies as gay.

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2024-10-30 11:08