Search underway after woman falls overboard on Taylor Swift cruise

A search is underway after a woman fell overboard on a Taylor Swift-themed Royal Caribbean cruise.

The Coast Guard announced that the 66-year-old woman is now missing after falling from the Allure of the Seas cruise ship around 9:40pm on Tuesday night (22 October).

This took place around 17 miles north of Nassau in the Bahamas after departing from Miami.

"Our crew immediately launched a search and rescue effort and is working with local authorities," a Royal Caribbean spokesperson said.

"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."

Tyla has reached out to Royal Caribbean for comment.

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