“The Summer I Turned Pretty”’s Lola Tung ‘Nearly Passed Out’ After Taylor Swift Made This Sweet Gesture (Exclusive)

Lola Tung, known for her role in ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’, shared a heartwarming encounter with Taylor Swift on ‘The Tonight Show’. The 22-year-old actress appeared on the show alongside Gavin Casalegno and Christopher Briney to discuss the upcoming premiere of the show’s third and final season. Tung revealed how Taylor Swift waved to her and author Jenny Han during the Eras Tour in 2023, where Swift performed the track “False God” from her repertoire.

During the show, Tung recounted the moment when Swift acknowledged them, saying, “We were right by the stage, and she kind of waved and was like, ‘I love you guys.'” Tung was clearly overwhelmed by the experience, expressing, “I nearly passed out. It was great.” She attended the concert with Jenny Han, the author of the 2009 novel on which the hit Prime Video series is based. Tung also mentioned how the song “False God,” performed by Swift during the tour, was also featured in the show.

When asked about her favourite Swift songs from the series, Tung found it difficult to choose, highlighting tracks like “The Way I Loved You” and “Delicate” among her top picks. The actress, who has been a long-time fan of Taylor Swift, shared her admiration for the artist’s music and its influence on her life. She reminisced about listening to Swift’s earlier albums like ‘Fearless’, ‘Speak Now’, and ‘Red’ on her CD player, revealing the impact it had on her growing up.

‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ focuses on a compelling love triangle involving brothers Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, played by Briney and Casalegno respectively, and their childhood friend Belly Conklin, portrayed by Tung. The show delves into the emotional complexities of relationships and the impact of love and friendship on the characters and those around them.

In the trailer for the upcoming season, viewers catch glimpses of the characters navigating their tangled relationships, with Conrad seeking advice from Belly’s best friend Taylor, portrayed by Rain Spencer. The trailer features Swift’s songs “Daylight” from ‘Lover’ and the title track from ‘Red’, enhancing the emotional depth of the narrative with lyrics that resonate with the characters’ experiences.

Jenny Han, the co-showrunner of the series, shared insights into the creative process behind incorporating Swift’s music into the show. She revealed her deliberate choice of songs to enhance pivotal scenes, expressing her enthusiasm for including Swift’s music and the impact it would have on fans. Han’s efforts to secure the rights to Swift’s songs for the show highlight the importance of music in enhancing storytelling and emotional resonance in the series.

As the anticipation for the third season of ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ builds, fans can look forward to the premiere of the first two episodes on Prime Video. The incorporation of Taylor Swift’s music into the show adds another layer of depth and emotion to the narrative, capturing the essence of the characters’ journeys and relationships. Stay tuned for the dramatic conclusion of the series, as the characters navigate the complexities of love, friendship, and self-discovery against the backdrop of Swift’s evocative melodies.