Search underway after woman falls overboard on Taylor Swift cruise

The woman fell from Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas cruise ship on Tuesday evening

Rhiannon Ingle

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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Topics: Taylor Swift, Celebrity, US News, Travel, Cruise, Cruise Ship, World News

Rhiannon Ingle

Rhiannon Ingle is a Senior Journalist at Tyla, specialising in TV, film, travel, and culture. A graduate of the University of Manchester with a degree in English Literature, she honed her editorial skills as the Lifestyle Editor of The Mancunian, the UK’s largest student newspaper. With a keen eye for storytelling, Rhiannon brings fresh perspectives to her writing, blending critical insight with an engaging style. Her work captures the intersection of entertainment and real-world experiences.