Taylor Swift fan falls overboard on Swift-themed cruise sparking major Coast Guard search

A woman is being searched for after falling overboard from a Taylor Swift-themed cruise ship, the U.S. Coast Guard revealed on Wednesday. The cruise was not officially affiliated with Taylor Swift

A 66-year-old woman has gone missing after falling overboard from a Taylor Swift-themed cruise, according to the US Coast Guard. The woman, whose identity has not been disclosed, fell from the Royal Caribbean ship Allure of the Seas, about 17 miles north of Nassau, Bahamas.

The search is being led by The Royal Bahamas Defense Force with assistance from the Coast Guard. The four-night voyage, known as the In My Cruise Era, is themed around the pop star but is not officially affiliated with her.

The cruise set sail from Miami to the Bahamas on Monday and was due to stop in Nassau on Tuesday before heading to Royal Caribbean's private island, CocoCay, on Wednesday. It was then scheduled to return to Miami on day five.

Approximately 400 people were on board for the cruise, which featured karaoke, a dance party, and friendship bracelet trading. Royal Caribbean stated that search efforts began immediately after the woman fell off the ship, reports the Mirror US.

A Royal Caribbean spokesperson stated: "Our crew immediately launched a search and rescue effort and is working with local authorities. We are also providing support and assistance to the guest's family during this difficult time. To respect the privacy of our guest's family, we have no additional details to share," according to ABC News. Meanwhile, Taylor Swift's immense popularity is evident in the Taylor-themed cruise.

Last week, it was announced on Good Morning America that the singer would be releasing a book to commemorate her record-breaking Eras Tour. Additionally, a deluxe version of her latest album, The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology, will be released on vinyl.

Taylor shared the news on X (formerly Twitter), posting: "We'll be kicking off the final leg of The Eras Tour this week, which is hard to comprehend.This tour has been the most wondrous experience and I knew I wanted to commemorate the memories we made together in a special way," she continued, "Well, two ways actually."

She excitedly revealed: "Excited to announce that The Official Eras Tour Book, filled with my own personal reflections, never-before-seen behind the scenes photos, all the magical memories you guys brought every single night AND .... The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology on vinyl and CD will all be available for the first time ever only at @Target starting Nov 29th."

For fans outside the US, Taylor assured them, saying: "International info coming soon! ".