Full History Of Taylor Swift In Timeline From 1989

December 13, 1989: Taylor Swift's Birth

On December 13, 1989, Taylor Alison Swift was born. She is an American singer-songwriter known for her songwriting and cultural impact.

1989: Collaboration with Joseph Kahn

From 2014 to 2018, Taylor Swift collaborated with director Joseph Kahn on four music videos from 1989 album.

1989: Transition to Pop with "1989"

In 1989 Taylor shifted her image from country to pop with the release of "1989".

1989: Synth-pop Direction with "1989"

In 1989, Taylor Swift embraced 1980s synth-pop as a defining sound of her artistry with the album "1989", incorporating electronic arrangements.

1989: Electronically Processed Vocals on "1989"

On "1989", Taylor Swift's vocals are electronically processed to accompany the pop production.

1989: Embracing Nostalgia and Post-Romance Positivity on 1989

On the album 1989, Taylor Swift embraced nostalgia and post-romance positivity.

2003: Working with Talent Manager Dan Dymtrow

In 2003, Taylor Swift began working with talent manager Dan Dymtrow, which led to modeling opportunities and an original song on a Maybelline compilation CD.

2004: First met Scott Borchetta

In 2004, Taylor Swift first met Scott Borchetta.

2005: Attention from Scott Borchetta

In 2005, Taylor Swift caught the attention of Scott Borchetta at Nashville's Bluebird Cafe, leading to her signing with Big Machine Records.

2005: Signed with Big Machine Records

In 2005, Taylor Swift signed with Big Machine Records, marking the beginning of her professional music career.

June 2006: "Tim McGraw" Release and Promotion

In June 2006, "Tim McGraw", Taylor Swift's lead single, was released, and she and her mother helped promote it by sending copies to radio stations.

October 2006: Release of "Taylor Swift" Album

In October 2006, Taylor Swift released her debut album "Taylor Swift".

2006: Debut Album Release

In 2006, Taylor Swift debuted as a country singer with her album "Taylor Swift".

2006: Radio Tour and Television Appearances

Taylor Swift spent much of 2006 promoting "Taylor Swift" with a radio tour and television appearances and opened for Rascal Flatts' tour.

October 2007: Release of "The Taylor Swift Holiday Collection"

In October 2007, Taylor Swift released her EP, "The Taylor Swift Holiday Collection".

2007: Partnership with Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police 2007

In 2007, Taylor Swift partnered with the Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police to launch a campaign to protect children from online predators.

2007: Nashville Songwriters Association Award

In 2007, Taylor Swift was one of the recipients of the Nashville Songwriters Association's Songwriter/Artist of the Year, making her the youngest person given the title.

2007: Touring with a Live Band

Since 2007, Taylor Swift's performances have frequently incorporated a live band, with whom she has played and toured.

July 2008: Release of "Beautiful Eyes" EP

In July 2008, Taylor Swift released the "Beautiful Eyes" EP.

November 2008: "Fearless" Album Release in North America

In November 2008, Taylor Swift released her second studio album, Fearless, in North America.

2008: Early Performance Review

In 2008, Sasha Frere-Jones of The New Yorker called Taylor Swift a "preternaturally skilled" entertainer with a vibrant stage presence.

2008: Dating Joe Jonas

In 2008, Taylor Swift briefly dated the singer Joe Jonas.

2008: Iowa Flood Relief in 2008

In 2008, Taylor Swift donated $100,000 to the Red Cross to help the victims of the Iowa flood.

2008: Opening for Rascal Flatts

In 2008, Taylor Swift opened for Rascal Flatts.

2008: "Fearless" Album Release

In 2008, Taylor Swift released her second studio album, "Fearless", marking a significant milestone in her early career.

March 2009: "Fearless" Album Release in Other Markets

In March 2009, Taylor Swift released her album Fearless in markets outside North America.

October 2009: Dating Taylor Lautner

In October 2009, Taylor Swift dated co-star Taylor Lautner while shooting "Valentine's Day".

2009: Kanye West Interruption at MTV VMAs

In 2009, Kanye West interrupted Taylor Swift's acceptance speech at the MTV Video Music Awards, causing controversy.

2009: Donation to Red Cross in 2009

In 2009, Taylor Swift donated $100,000 to the Red Cross to help the victims of the Iowa flood of 2008.

2009: Parody Video of "Love Story"

In 2009, Taylor Swift made a parody video of "Love Story" with T-Pain called "Thug Story" at the CMT Music Awards.

2009: Billboard Top Artist of the Year

In 2009, Taylor Swift was at the top of the Billboard Year-End charts.

2009: American Music Awards Wins

In 2009, Taylor Swift won five American Music Awards, including Artist of the Year.

May 2010: Donation to Tennessee Flood Relief May 2010

In May 2010, Taylor Swift donated $500,000 in response to the Tennessee floods.

October 2010: "Speak Now" Album Release

In October 2010, Taylor Swift released her third studio album, "Speak Now", which she wrote solely.

2010: Relationship with Jake Gyllenhaal

From 2010 to 2013, Taylor Swift was romantically involved with actor Jake Gyllenhaal.

2010: Acting Debut in Valentine's Day

In 2010, Taylor Swift had her acting debut in the movie "Valentine's Day".

2010: Release of Additional Singles from "Fearless"

In 2010, Taylor Swift released additional singles from "Fearless".

2010: "Speak Now" Album Release

In 2010, Taylor Swift released her third studio album, "Speak Now", showcasing her songwriting talent.

2010: Nashville Songwriters Association Award

In 2010, Taylor Swift was named Songwriter/Artist of the Year by the Nashville Songwriters Association.

2010: Time's 100 Most Influential People 2010

In 2010, Time included Taylor Swift on its annual list of the 100 most influential people.

February 2011: Speak Now World Tour Start

In February 2011, Taylor Swift started the Speak Now World Tour.

2011: Concept and Treatment for "Mean"

In 2011, Taylor Swift developed the concept and treatment for her music video "Mean".

2011: Swift's Identity as a Songwriter

In 2011, Taylor Swift stated in The New Yorker that she identifies as a songwriter first.

2011: Speak Now Tour Benefit Concert 2011

In 2011, Taylor Swift used a dress rehearsal of her Speak Now tour as a benefit concert for tornado victims, raising over $750,000.

2011: Billboard Woman of the Year

In 2011, Taylor Swift was named Woman of the Year by Billboard.

2011: Donation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 2011

In 2011, as the recipient of the Academy of Country Music's Entertainer of the Year, Taylor Swift donated $25,000 to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Tennessee.

March 2012: End of Speak Now World Tour

In March 2012, Taylor Swift completed the Speak Now World Tour.

October 2012: "Red" Album Release

In October 2012, Taylor Swift released her fourth studio album, "Red".

2012: Stand Up to Cancer Telethon Participation 2012

In 2012, Taylor Swift participated in the Stand Up to Cancer telethon, performing the charity single "Ronan", written in memory of a four-year-old boy who died of neuroblastoma.

2012: Partnership with Chegg for Good 2012

In 2012, Taylor Swift partnered with Chegg for Good to donate $10,000 to the music departments of six US colleges.

2012: American Music Award for Best Female Country Artist

In 2012, Taylor Swift received an American Music Award for Best Female Country Artist.

2012: "Red" Album Release

In 2012, Taylor Swift released her fourth album, "Red", that incorporated electronic elements.

2012: Grammy Award for "Mean"

In 2012, Taylor Swift won Best Country Song and Best Country Solo Performance at the 54th Annual Grammy Awards for "Mean".

2012: Releases for The Hunger Games soundtrack and B.o.B's "Both of Us", Acting debut in The Lorax

In 2012, Taylor Swift wrote and recorded "Eyes Open" and co-wrote "Safe & Sound" for The Hunger Games soundtrack, with "Safe & Sound" winning a Grammy Award. She was featured on B.o.B's song "Both of Us" and made her voice acting debut in the animated film The Lorax. In her personal life, she was romantically involved with Jake Gyllenhaal.

March 2013: Start of the Red Tour

In March 2013, Taylor Swift started The Red Tour.

2013: World's Biggest Pop Star in 2013

In 2013, Jody Rosen of New York magazine dubbed Taylor Swift the "world's biggest pop star", noting that her stardom defied established patterns.

2013: Releases for One Chance soundtrack and Tim McGraw's "Highway Don't Care", Appearance in New Girl

In 2013, Taylor Swift wrote and produced "Sweeter than Fiction" for the One Chance soundtrack, featured on Tim McGraw's "Highway Don't Care", and made a cameo appearance in the sitcom New Girl. She was also romantically involved with Conor Kennedy and Harry Styles in 2013.

March 2014: Move to New York City

In March 2014, Taylor Swift moved to New York City, which she said influenced her fifth studio album, 1989.

June 2014: Completion of The Red Tour

In June 2014, Taylor Swift's Red Tour concluded and became the highest-grossing country tour upon completion.

October 2014: Release of 1989

In October 2014, Taylor Swift released her fifth studio album, 1989, which opened at the top of the Billboard 200 chart, selling 1.28 million copies.

November 2014: Removal of catalog from Spotify

In November 2014, Taylor Swift removed her catalog from free music streaming platforms like Spotify after writing an op-ed about the importance of albums.

2014: Collaboration with Joseph Kahn

From 2014 to 2018, Taylor Swift collaborated with director Joseph Kahn on eight music videos.

2014: Supporting Role in The Giver

In 2014, Taylor Swift had a supporting role in the dystopian film The Giver.

2014: "1989" Album Release

In 2014, Taylor Swift released the synth-pop album "1989", marking a transition from country to pop music.

2014: Billboard's Woman of the Year and Dick Clark Award for Excellence

In 2014, Taylor Swift was named Billboard's Woman of the Year for the second time and received the inaugural Dick Clark Award for Excellence at the American Music Awards.

2014: Global Recording Artist of the Year 2014

In 2014, the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry ranked Taylor Swift as the Global Recording Artist of the Year.

2014: Global Ambassador for New York City 2014

Taylor Swift became the global ambassador for New York City in 2014.

March 2015: Relationship with Calvin Harris

In March 2015, Taylor Swift began dating DJ Calvin Harris.

June 2015: Criticism of Apple Music

In June 2015, Taylor Swift criticized Apple Music for not paying royalties to artists during its free trial period, which led to Apple changing its policy.

October 4, 2015: Grammy Museum Exhibit Closing

On October 4, 2015, the exhibit in honor of Taylor Swift at the Grammy Museum at L.A. Live in Los Angeles closed.

2015: DoSomething's "Gone Good" List 2015

In 2015, Taylor Swift ranked first on DoSomething's "Gone Good" list for her dedication to helping others.

2015: Billboard Top Artist of the Year

In 2015, Taylor Swift was at the top of the Billboard Year-End charts.

2015: Rolling Stone's 100 Greatest Songwriters

In 2015, Taylor Swift was the youngest person on Rolling Stone's list of the 100 Greatest Songwriters of All Time.

2015: Primetime Emmy Award

In 2015, Taylor Swift won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Interactive Program for AMEX Unstaged: Taylor Swift Experience.

2015: 1989 World Tour

In 2015, Taylor Swift's 1989 World Tour became the highest-grossing tour of the year, earning $250 million.

2015: Time's 100 Most Influential People 2015

In 2015, Time included Taylor Swift on its annual list of the 100 most influential people.

April 2016: Kanye West "Famous" Controversy

In April 2016, Kanye West released the single "Famous," which referenced Taylor Swift, leading to a public dispute over whether she had approved the lyrics.

June 2016: End of relationship with Calvin Harris

In June 2016, Taylor Swift's relationship with Calvin Harris ended.

2016: Grammy Awards for 1989

At the 58th Grammy Awards in 2016, Taylor Swift's album 1989 won Album of the Year and Best Pop Vocal Album, making her the first woman to win Album of the Year twice.

2016: BMI Award

At the 64th BMI Awards in 2016, Taylor Swift was the first woman to be honored with an award named after its recipient.

2016: Top-Earning Female Musician 2016

Forbes named Taylor Swift the top-earning female musician of 2016 with $170 million, recognized by Guinness World Records.

2016: Donations to Flood Relief Efforts 2016

In 2016, Taylor Swift donated $1 million to Louisiana flood relief efforts and $100,000 to the Dolly Parton Fire Fund.

2016: Grammy Award for Best Music Video

In 2016, Taylor Swift produced the music video for "Bad Blood" and won a Grammy Award for Best Music Video.

2016: Dispute with West in 2016

In 2016, Taylor Swift's dispute with Kanye West bolstered a narrative of her being "calculated" and manipulative of her image.

June 2017: Return to Spotify

In June 2017, Big Machine Records returned Taylor Swift's catalog to Spotify and other free streaming platforms.

August 2017: Countersuit against David Mueller

In August 2017, Taylor Swift successfully countersued David Mueller, a former radio DJ, who had previously sued her for damages.

November 2017: Release of Reputation

In November 2017, Taylor Swift released her sixth studio album, Reputation, which opened atop the Billboard 200 chart.

2017: Donation to Food Banks After Hurricane Harvey 2017

In 2017, Taylor Swift donated to food banks after Hurricane Harvey struck Houston.

2017: "Reputation" Album Release

In 2017, Taylor Swift released "Reputation", inspired by media scrutiny, incorporating hip-hop elements.

2017: Time's Person of the Year 2017

In 2017, Taylor Swift was one of the "Silence Breakers" spotlighted as Time's Person of the Year for speaking up about sexual assault.

2017: Country Music Association Award for Song of the Year

In 2017, Taylor Swift won a Country Music Association Award for Song of the Year with "Better Man", which she wrote for Little Big Town and released "I Don't Wanna Live Forever" with Zayn Malik.

November 2018: Signing with Universal Music Group

In November 2018, Taylor Swift signed a new deal with Universal Music Group, ensuring ownership of her masters and a share of Spotify proceeds.

2018: Collaboration with Joseph Kahn

From 2014 to 2018, Taylor Swift collaborated with director Joseph Kahn on eight music videos.

2018: Donation to RAINN 2018

In 2018, Taylor Swift donated to the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network in honor of Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month.

2018: Shift to Republic Records

In 2018, Taylor Swift shifted to Republic Records, marking a new phase in her career.

2018: Feature on Sugarland's "Babe"

In 2018, Taylor Swift was featured on the country duo Sugarland's song "Babe".

2018: American Music Awards and Reputation Stadium Tour

In 2018, Taylor Swift won four awards at the American Music Awards, becoming the most awarded female musician in AMAs history. Her Reputation Stadium Tour also became the highest-grossing North American tour ever.

2018: Production Company and Visual Media

Starting in 2018, Taylor Swift Productions is credited with producing all of Taylor Swift's visual media, beginning with the concert documentary Reputation Stadium Tour.

August 2019: Release of Lover

In August 2019, Taylor Swift released her seventh studio album, Lover, with Republic Records, which topped charts in multiple countries.

2019: Milestone Sales in 2019

As of 2019, Taylor Swift had amassed over 50 million album sales and 150 million single sales. In 2019, she was also recognized by the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry as the Global Recording Artist of the Year and Forbes named her the top-earning female musician.

2019: Top-Earning Female Musician 2019

Forbes named Taylor Swift the top-earning female musician of 2019 with $185 million.

2019: Dispute with Scooter Braun

In 2019, Taylor Swift became involved in a public dispute with Scooter Braun after he purchased Big Machine Records and her masters.

2019: Billboard's Greatest of All Time Artists Chart 2019

In 2019, Taylor Swift had sold over 37.3 million albums in the US, leading Billboard to place her eighth on its Greatest of All Time Artists Chart.

2019: WorldPride NYC Performance 2019

In 2019, Taylor Swift performed during WorldPride NYC at the Stonewall Inn, a gay rights monument.

2019: Appearance in Cats

In 2019, Taylor Swift played Bombalurina in the film adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical Cats, for which she co-wrote and recorded "Beautiful Ghosts".

2019: "Lover" Album Release

In 2019, Taylor Swift released the electropop album "Lover".

2019: Time's 100 Most Influential People 2019

In 2019, Time included Taylor Swift on its annual list of the 100 most influential people.

February 2020: Signing with Universal Music Publishing Group

In February 2020, Taylor Swift signed a global publishing deal with Universal Music Publishing Group after her contract with Sony/ATV expired.

November 2020: Re-recording of back catalog

In November 2020, Taylor Swift began re-recording her back catalog to own the new masters and licensing of her songs.

2020: Donation for Tennessee Tornado Relief 2020

In 2020, Taylor Swift donated $1 million for Tennessee tornado relief.

2020: Exploration of Fictional Narratives

In 2020, Taylor Swift explored fictional narratives inspired by escapism and romanticism on her albums Folklore and Evermore.

2020: "Folklore" and "Evermore" Album Releases

In 2020, Taylor Swift explored indie folk styles with the albums "Folklore" and "Evermore".

2020: Exploration of Indie Styles with Folklore and Evermore

In 2020, Taylor Swift explored indie styles of rock and folk with her albums "Folklore" and "Evermore", incorporating a subtle, stripped-back soundscape.

2020: Encouragement of Voter Registration 2020

In 2020, Taylor Swift urged her fans to check their voter registration ahead of elections, resulting in 65,000 people registering to vote within one day of her post.

2020: Highest-paid musician and Miss Americana premiere

In 2020, Taylor Swift was the highest-paid musician in the US and worldwide. The documentary Miss Americana, chronicling parts of Swift's life and career, also premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2020.

2020: Grammy Nominations for Lover

In 2020, Taylor Swift's album Lover and its singles earned three nominations at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards.

November 2021: Release of Red (Taylor's Version)

In November 2021, Taylor Swift released Red (Taylor's Version), which peaked atop the Billboard 200 chart.

2021: Global Reach in 2021

As of 2021, Taylor Swift's global reach included 114 million units and 78 billion streams. Swift also earned the highest income for an artist on Chinese digital music platforms in 2021. Forbes also named her the top-earning female musician.

2021: Top-Earning Female Musician 2021

Forbes named Taylor Swift the top-earning female musician of 2021.

2021: Donation to RAINN 2021

In 2021, Taylor Swift donated to the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network in honor of Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month.

2021: Features on Big Red Machine and Haim

In 2021, Taylor Swift featured on Big Red Machine's "Renegade" and "Birch" and Haim's "Gasoline".

2021: Songwriter Icon Award

In 2021, Taylor Swift received the Songwriter Icon Award from the National Music Publishers' Association.

2021: "All Too Well: The Short Film" Release

In 2021, Taylor Swift released "All Too Well: The Short Film".

2021: Top-earning Musician

In 2021, Taylor Swift was the top-earning solo artist in the US and the top-earning musician worldwide, according to Billboard.

2021: Grammy Award for Album of the Year

In 2021, Taylor Swift won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year for Folklore, making her the first woman to win the award three times.

May 18, 2022: Honorary Doctorate from NYU May 18, 2022

On May 18, 2022, Taylor Swift received an honorary Doctor of Fine Arts degree from New York University and served as its commencement speaker.

October 2022: Release of Midnights

In October 2022, Taylor Swift released her tenth studio album, Midnights, which broke streaming records and topped charts globally.

2022: Top-Earning Female Musician 2022

Forbes named Taylor Swift the top-earning female musician of 2022.

2022: Criticism of US Supreme Court Decision 2022

In 2022, Taylor Swift criticized the US Supreme Court's decision to end federal abortion rights.

2022: "Midnights" Album Release

In 2022, Taylor Swift experimented with subdued pop genres on "Midnights".

2022: Feature on Ed Sheeran's "The Joker and the Queen" and Role in Amsterdam

In 2022, Taylor Swift featured on Ed Sheeran's "The Joker and the Queen", had a supporting role in the film Amsterdam, and wrote "Carolina" for Where the Crawdads Sing.

2022: Songwriter-Artist of the Decade

In 2022, Taylor Swift was named Songwriter-Artist of the Decade by the Nashville Songwriters Association International.

2022: American Music Awards

In 2022, Taylor Swift won six American Music Awards including Artist of the Year.

2022: Global Recording Artist of the Year 2022

In 2022, the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry ranked Taylor Swift as the Global Recording Artist of the Year. Forbes also named her the top-earning female musician.

2022: Global Ambassador for Record Store Day 2022

Taylor Swift became the global ambassador for Record Store Day in 2022.

March 2023: Eras Tour Launch

In March 2023, Taylor Swift embarked on the Eras Tour, a tour covering all her studio albums. The tour's global impact was widely covered by media outlets.

October 13, 2023: Release of "The Eras Tour" Concert Film

On October 13, 2023, "The Eras Tour" concert film was released in theaters worldwide, grossing over $250 million and becoming the highest-grossing concert film.

October 2023: Became a Billionaire October 2023

In October 2023, Taylor Swift became a billionaire, becoming the world's first musician to achieve the status "solely based on her songs and performances".

October 2023: Release of 1989 (Taylor's Version)

In October 2023, Taylor Swift released 1989 (Taylor's Version), claiming her career's largest album sales week.

October 27, 2023: Spotify Streaming Record October 27, 2023

On October 27, 2023, Taylor Swift received 260 million streams on Spotify in one day, marking a significant milestone.

December 2023: Cease and Desist Letter Sent December 2023

In December 2023, Taylor Swift's lawyers sent a cease and desist letter to American programmer Jack Sweeney over tracking her private jet, citing stalking and safety risks.

2023: Height of Popularity and New Relationship

From 2023 onward, Taylor Swift experienced unprecedented career success and began dating Travis Kelce.

2023: Praise for Eras Tour Stamina

In 2023, Adrian Horton of The Guardian noted Taylor Swift's "seemingly endless stamina" on the Eras Tour.

2023: Donation for Tennessee Tornado Relief 2023

In 2023, Taylor Swift donated $1 million for Tennessee tornado relief.

2023: Rolling Stone's List of Greatest Singers

In 2023, Taylor Swift ranked 102nd on Rolling Stone's list of the 200 Greatest Singers of All Time, solidifying her reputation as a vocalist.

2023: Time's Person of the Year 2023

In 2023, Taylor Swift received Time's Person of the Year honor for her cultural domination that year. This recognition marked Swift as the first Person of the Year to be recognized for "achievement in the arts".

2023: The Eras Tour

In 2023, Taylor Swift undertook the Eras Tour, which became the highest-grossing tour of all time.

2023: Time Person of the Year

In 2023, Taylor Swift was named Time Person of the Year, the only individual from the arts to receive the honor.

2023: Most Streamed Artist and Top Artist of the Year

In 2023, Taylor Swift was the most streamed artist on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music. She was also the first act to place number one on the year-end Billboard top artists list in three different decades, with five out of the 10 best-selling albums of the year in the US.

2023: Video of the Year at MTV Video Music Awards

In 2023, Taylor Swift won Video of the Year at the MTV Video Music Awards for "Anti-Hero".

2023: "Cruel Summer" success

In 2023, Taylor Swift's "Cruel Summer" reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, solidifying its place as a success.

January 2024: AI-Generated Pornographic Images Incident

In January 2024, AI-generated fake pornographic images portraying Taylor Swift were posted on social media, leading to criticism and calls for legal reform.

February 2024: Donation to Shooting Victim's Family

In February 2024, Taylor Swift donated $100,000 to the family of a woman who tragically died in a shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl parade.

February 2024: Sale of Private Jet February 2024

In February 2024, it was reported that Taylor Swift had sold one of her two private jets.

April 19, 2024: Release of "The Tortured Poets Department"

On April 19, 2024, Taylor Swift released her eleventh studio album, "The Tortured Poets Department". It topped charts globally and broke streaming and sales records.

October 2024: Estimated Net Worth in October 2024

As of October 2024, Forbes estimates Taylor Swift's net worth at $1.6 billion, making her the richest female musician in the world.

November 29, 2024: Release of "The Official Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour Book"

On November 29, 2024, Taylor Swift released "The Official Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour Book", which sold over a million copies in its first week in the US.

December 2024: Highest-Grossing Touring Act Ever as of December 2024

As of December 2024, Taylor Swift remained the world's highest-grossing touring act ever, with cumulative ticket sales at $3.12 billion, according to Pollstar.

December 2024: Donation to Operation Breakthrough

In December 2024, Taylor Swift donated $250,000 to Operation Breakthrough a week before Christmas. The funds were allocated to workforce development, childcare, and early learning programs.

2024: Endorsement of Harris and Walz 2024

For the 2024 election, Taylor Swift endorsed Harris and Tim Walz.

2024: Analysis of Swift as an Artist

In 2024, Critic Kitty Empire opined in 2024 that Swift is "a profoundly old-fashioned artist", whose songs "tell a story, in succinct, emotive ways that often scan meticulously" unlike most pop music of the time

2024: Donation to Hurricane Relief Efforts 2024

In 2024, Taylor Swift donated $5 million toward the reliefs efforts after Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton.

2024: "The Tortured Poets Department" Release

In 2024, Taylor Swift released "The Tortured Poets Department", continuing her exploration of subdued pop genres.

2024: Billboard's Power 100 Ranking 2024

In 2024, Taylor Swift topped Billboard's annual Power 100 ranking of the top music industry executives.

2024: Recognition at iHeartRadio Music Awards and Spotify Streaming Success

In 2024, Taylor Swift won Artist of the Year at the iHeartRadio Music Awards and was Spotify's most streamed artist once again.

History of Taylor Swift in Timeline