Shania Twain reflects on inspiring Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, and Gen-Z stars in an emotional 2025 interview ahead of her Super Bowl ad.
Who’s giving Shania Twain her overdue flowers?
Shania Twain, 59, is basking in heartfelt tributes from Gen-Z icons like Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, and Sabrina Carpenter.
In an exclusive PEOPLE interview, the country-pop queen calls it “humbling” to inspire stars who now dominate charts she once ruled. “It’s very moving,” Twain admits, reflecting on their praise.
What connects Shania to these young hitmakers?
“I felt that way about my heroes too,” she confesses. Before her own stardom, Twain daydreamed of meeting legends—much like Swift gushed about her in a 2021 TikTok.
“If I’d met Dolly [Parton], I’d have been tongue-tied!” She laughs. Now, roles reversed, she gets why fans-type stars idolize her.
How did Harry Styles fangirl over Shania?
Picture Coachella 2022: A “starstruck” Styles brought Twain onstage, crediting her for his vocals and life lessons.
“She taught me men are trash,” he joked mid-set. The crowd roared; Shania grinned. Talk about full-circle mentorship!
Why’s Sabrina Carpenter a Shania superfan?
During her Short n’ Sweet Tour, Carpenter belted Twain’s classics—then teamed up with her for a Nonsense Christmas duet.
Kelsea Ballerini, meanwhile, mimics Shania’s ‘90s sparkle on red carpets. “Rewarding,” Twain says, “to see my looks live on.”
What’s Shania’s 2025 glow-up?
Between a Coffee Mate Super Bowl ad and legacy nods, Twain’s embracing her legend status. “Gratitude goes both ways,” she notes, having thanked her idols for years.
And yes, Swift’s viral “country-to-pop” homage? It sparked joy: “That’s what dreams look like.”
Quick Facts: Shania Twain’s Legacy Love
- Fan Club: Swift, Styles, Carpenter, and Ballerini credit her as an icon.
- Coachella Moment: Styles called her his vocal coach during the 2022 surprise cameo.
- TikTok Tribute: Swift cited Twain for pioneering country-pop crossover in a 2021 video.
- Fashion Throwbacks: Ballerini recreates Shania’s iconic ‘90s outfits on red carpets.
- 2025 Spotlight: Stars in Coffee Mate’s Super Bowl ad, embracing mentor role.
