In a surprising twist that could easily be a lyric from one of her soulful songs, pop sensation Lana Del Rey has been spotted moonlighting as a waitress at a Waffle House in Florence, Alabama. The Grammy-nominated artist, known for her Americana-infused tunes, has been seen around town, sparking a flurry of social media posts and fan speculation.
From July 20, Del Rey has been sighted at various locations around Florence, including a local nail salon and a Texas Roadhouse restaurant. However, the most intriguing sighting was at a Waffle House, where the singer was seen in full uniform, serving customers.
Neither Lana Del Rey’s representatives nor Waffle House have commented on these sightings, leaving fans to speculate about her unexpected appearance. Some fans have connected her visit to a lyric from her song “Paris, Texas” from her latest album, “Did You Know That There’s a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd.”
During her visit, Del Rey seemed to form a bond with a Waffle House employee, LaShawn D. Tuttle, who shared photos and videos of the singer on Facebook. In the posts, Del Rey can be seen pouring coffee, chatting with customers, and even interacting with her brother, Charlie Grant, who was also present at the restaurant.
Fans lucky enough to encounter the singer during her visit shared their excitement on social media, posting selfies and autographs. One fan, Karina Cisneros Juarez, shared a photo of an autographed copy of Del Rey’s 2019 book of poetry “Violet Bent Backwards Over the Grass.”
Another fan, TikToker Haley (@halnicolee), shared a video of Del Rey signing a giant poster advertisement for her latest album. In another video, Haley shares her experience of seeing Del Rey serving coffee at the Waffle House.
As the news of Del Rey’s unexpected stint as a waitress spread, fans took to social media and fan forums to share their thoughts and theories. Some fans joked about Del Rey’s career change, while others speculated about her reasons for being in Alabama.
Despite the mystery surrounding her visit, one thing is clear: Lana Del Rey’s fans are eagerly awaiting her next move, hoping it involves more of her captivating music. As one fan tweeted, “The music she’ll write about the line cook will bring a tear to your eye.”
