'I want to rape Taylor Swift': Fan who threatened to kill Travis Kelce's beau Taylor Swift details chilling letters in new documentary

Time of India

26-04-2025

A new documentary reveals disturbing letters from Taylor Swift's stalker, Eric Swarbrick, exposing his obsessive mindset (Getty Images)
Disturbing new details have surfaced regarding the case of
Eric Swarbrick
, the man who sent threatening letters to
Taylor Swift
between 2016 and 2018. These letters, over 40 in total, were chilling in nature and escalated from expressions of infatuation to explicit threats of violence. Eric's brother, Matthew Swarbrick, recently shed light on his sibling's mental deterioration and the terrifying content of the letters in an episode of the documentary series
Hollywood Demons
.
Inside the disturbing letters that led to Taylor Swift's stalker's arrest
Eric Swarbrick, once a sociable and well-liked student, began to exhibit increasingly erratic and delusional behavior during his college years. His isolation grew, and so did the disturbing content of the letters. What began as strange and obsessive admiration eventually morphed into alarming threats, including explicit references to rape and murder.
In one letter, Eric wrote, 'I want to rape Taylor Swift. This is why I hate Taylor herself … This is how I know I am Taylor's soulmate.' Another letter escalated further, with Eric threatening, 'I will not hesitate to kill her … and there's nothing you, your lawyers, or the law will be about to do about it. Remember who I am.'
These threats were not taken lightly. In 2018, following the increasingly violent nature of the letters, Taylor Swift was granted a restraining order against Eric Swarbrick. The authorities responded quickly, and Eric was arrested by federal agents. His actions led to a 30-month prison sentence, after which he was subjected to psychiatric treatment. The case has been a stark reminder of the dangers that celebrities face from obsessive fans. Despite his prison sentence and subsequent psychiatric care, Eric's mental state remained a point of concern.
Matthew Swarbrick spoke at length about his brother's decline, explaining how Eric's behavior became more extreme over time. His brother's transformation from an outgoing, friendly young man to someone obsessed with violent fantasies was both unsettling and tragic. Matthew's testimony helped shed light on the dangerous obsession that took root in Eric's mind, which culminated in his fanatical pursuit of Taylor Swift.
The chilling nature of Eric's threats highlights the ongoing challenges that celebrities face when dealing with stalkers and obsessive fans. Taylor Swift has been particularly vulnerable, as she has faced multiple stalking incidents throughout her career. In addition to the threats from Eric Swarbrick, Taylor has had to navigate harassment from other individuals as well. It underscores the broader issue of
celebrity stalking
, which has raised serious concerns about safety and personal security.
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The documentary episode, titled Stalking the Stars, delves into the case in greater detail and examines the broader phenomenon of celebrity stalking. It is set to air on April 28 on Investigation Discovery and Max. The episode brings attention to the dark side of fame, where the lines between admiration and obsession can quickly blur, posing a serious threat to the well-being of public figures.