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Taylor Swift is praised by a burlesque legend, 52, for her unique approach to a Sєxy routine

Taylor Swift is praised by a burlesque legend, 52, for her unique approach to a Sєxy routine

Taylor Swift was just lauded for her burlesque performance in her October 2022 Bejeweled music video.

Swift, 35, directed the visual for the two-year-old track — featured on her Midnights album — which included cameos from Laura Dern, Haim, and Pat McGrath.

Dita Von Teese also made an appearance in the sensual clip, and she reflected on the moment while promoting her upcoming London show Diamonds and Dust.

The 52-year-old professional dancer appeared alongside media personality Lorraine on her eponymous talk show on Wednesday, where she praised Swift’s talents.

She credited the Tortured Poets Department music artist with the idea for them to perform side-by-side, mentioning that other entertainers don’t bother consulting with her and instead steal her signature moves.

‘The approach that she gave me was a side-by-side. Certainly, people approach me all the time like, “Oh, can I use your glᴀss?” — or they don’t even ask me, they just copy as best they can,’ the show business vet explained.

Taylor Swift was just lauded for her burlesque performance in her October 2022 Bejeweled music video; pictured in February 2024

Taylor Swift was just lauded for her burlesque performance in her October 2022 Bejeweled music video; pictured in February 2024

‘She knew everything about burlesque and what I do, which is really amazing. And she’s so smart, and professional, and funny,’ Dita gushed about the Eras music artist. 

Swift, 35, directed the visual for the two-year-old track  - featured on her Midnights album -which included cameos from Laura Dern, Haim, and Pat McGrath

Swift, 35, directed the visual for the two-year-old track  – featured on her Midnights album -which included cameos from Laura Dern, Haim, and Pat McGrath

She also described Taylor as ‘amazing,’ noting, ‘I just love that she [was] like, “I wanna showcase what you do.”‘

The video sees the pop star transform from Cinderella to a dancer clad in a stone-covered corset and red lipstick.

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Von Teese is widely credited with giving burlesque — which originated in the 1800s — a modern refresh.

Her appearance on Lorraine comes ahead of her new burlesque show, Diamonds and Dust, which she announced in 2023.

Dita began teasing out information on Instagram as early as March 2023.

It wasn’t until this month that she began reaching out to talent with casting call alerts to perform in London’s West End.

And finally, on Wednesday, it was announced that the Sєxy show will begin this summer on June 16, 2025.

The production is described as ‘a tale of the Good, the Bad and the Lucky’ on the show’s website.

Professional burlesque dancer Dita Von Teese, 52, appeared alongside media personality Lorraine on her eponymous talk show on Wednesday, where she praised Swift's talents

Professional burlesque dancer Dita Von Teese, 52, appeared alongside media personality Lorraine on her eponymous talk show on Wednesday, where she praised Swift’s talents

Dita made a showstopping appearance in Taylor's clip, creating a crossover moment for the two entertainers

Dita made a showstopping appearance in Taylor’s clip, creating a crossover moment for the two entertainers

Teese is known for her jet black hair, pinup style, and sultry burlesque moves

Teese is known for her jet black hair, pinup style, and sultry burlesque moves

Dita will star as Lady Luck and will don her trademark glitzy and skimpy outfits, plus her notable props.

The theatrical production will take place at the Emerald Theatre in the heart of the West End.

Previews for the show start on June 16 and the show will officially open on July 3, according to the site.

An Instagram post shared on Wednesday teased, ‘Don’t leave it to chance…SIGN UP NOW to unlock exclusive priority ticket access on 10 Feb through the link in our bio.’ 

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