On a serene Tuesday evening, Lana Del Rey, the iconic “Born to Die” singer known for her affinity for bad boys and white Mustangs, added a touch of glamour to downtown Greenville. As crowds gathered outside Jianna, a popular spot across from Falls Park, fans hoped for a glimpse of the Grammy-nominated artist indulging in fine Italian cuisine and embracing her fans with autographs and photos.
Among the enchanted attendees was BreAnna Cutler, a longtime devotee of Del Rey’s music since her aunt introduced her to it over a decade ago. Prompted by a friend’s tip-off that the singer was dining nearby, Cutler and her fiancé, Katie Inscho, local business owners in the Upstate, seized the opportunity to meet their idol.
“I didn’t want to intrude, but knowing Lana’s fondness for connecting with fans in intimate settings, we decided to make the drive,” Cutler explained.
Their patience paid off when Del Rey emerged, graciously greeting fans from the balcony before making her way through the crowd. It was a moment that Cutler and Inscho seized when they asked her to sign their red Corvette, a whimsical request that Del Rey charmingly accepted.
“We were overjoyed,” Cutler recalled. “The experience was made even more special when Extreme Auto Spa Colors of Greenville saw the video and generously covered the signature.”
For Cutler, whose favorite Del Rey track is “Video Games,” the encounter holds profound significance, especially as she plans to incorporate the song into her upcoming wedding.
Meanwhile, across Greenville, social media buzzed with posts lamenting missed chances to meet the acclaimed singer, whose presence sparked both excitement and “summertime sadness” among those who couldn’t be there.
Lana Del Rey’s impromptu visit to Greenville not only left fans starstruck but also underscored her reputation for connecting intimately with her audience, making memories that resonate far beyond the evening’s festivities.