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Dita Von Teese teaches burlesque to Taylor Swift in 'Bejeweled' video

other · 2026-04-26

Taylor Swift's music video for 'Bejeweled' from her album 'Midnights' features burlesque icon Dita Von Teese as a fairy godmother. The video, inspired by Cinderella, shows Swift's character regaining confidence with Von Teese's help. A behind-the-scenes video posted on Swift's YouTube channel (over 60 million subscribers) shows the two rehearsing a scene where they wear crystal-encrusted bodysuits and stockings, then step into large Martini glasses filled with water. Von Teese performs her signature Martini Glass act, complete with an olive. Swift calls Von Teese a 'legend' who has inspired many performers. The video ends with Swift's character ghosting the prince and keeping the castle for herself. The collaboration highlights Von Teese's enduring influence on pop culture.

Key facts

  • Taylor Swift's 'Bejeweled' video features Dita Von Teese as a fairy godmother.
  • The video is inspired by Cinderella.
  • Behind-the-scenes footage was posted on Swift's YouTube channel.
  • Swift's YouTube channel has over 60 million subscribers.
  • The scene involves crystal-encrusted bodysuits and Martini glasses.
  • Von Teese performs her signature Martini Glass act.
  • Swift refers to Von Teese as a 'legend'.
  • The video ends with Swift's character ghosting the prince.

Entities

Artists

  • Taylor Swift
  • Dita Von Teese

Institutions

  • YouTube
  • Artribune

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