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Taylor Swift Debuts 'Red' at 2013 CMT Music Awards

Megan Pacella — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 01:30:27 +0000

After Hunter Hayes and Luke Bryan primed the crowd, Taylor Swift introduced her new country single to CMT Music Awards viewers. Nobody was shocked that Swift brought tons of energy and pizazz to the stage with her 'Red' performance.

Taylor Swift Fan Arrested for Trespassing Near Her Rhode Island Home

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:00:53 +0000

Given all the publicity and media attention that Taylor Swift got for plunking down $17 million in cash for a sprawling, beachfront mansion in Rhode Island last month, it's no surprise than an obsessed fan scouted the location in hopes of making her acquaintance.

Taylor Swift Steals the Groom in 'New Girl' Season Finale

Billy Dukes — Wed, 15 May 2013 15:00:36 +0000

Taylor Swift's cameo on the 'New Girl' season finale was short and memorable. The singer appeared as "Elaine," a wedding guest that remained in the background until the show's climatic moments. At the end of the episode, she ran off to get married, bringing an end to one of the show's season-long plotlines.

First 2013 CMT Music Awards Performers Announced

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 13 May 2013 14:57:26 +0000

Fans everywhere are looking forward to the 2013 CMT Music Awards, which are coming up in June. The first country music awards show to let fans vote for their favorites, the yearly event also features live performances by some of country’s biggest artists — and this year is no exception. Luke Bryan is certainly having [...]

Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran Won't Appear in 'Everything Has Changed' Video

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 10 May 2013 15:00:04 +0000

Taylor Swift is set to release 'Everything Has Changed,' her duet with singer and tourmate Ed Sheeran as the next single from 'Red.' As is the case with a new track, there will be an accompanying video -- but surprisingly, neither Swift nor Sheeran will appear in the clip.

Taylor Swift Gets Her Punk on at the Met Ball in NYC – Pictures

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 07 May 2013 17:00:14 +0000

Taylor Swift took time out of her busy schedule to attend the biggest fashion event of the year on Monday (May 6), the 2013 Met Ball aka the Met Gala. It's an A-list event, and the fashion community eagerly anticipates what the stars will wear. Swift did not disappoint, donning a black J. Mendel gown with an embellished bodice and slightly see-through side panels.

Taylor Swift Pays $17 Million in Cash for Rhode Island Mansion

Sterling Whitaker — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 15:21:39 +0000

Pop country superstar Taylor Swift is getting to be quite the real estate mogul. Just over a month after selling her Cape Cod-style house in Hyannis Port, Mass. for a profit of nearly one million dollars, the 23-year old star turned around and purchased an enormous mansion in Rhode Island for $17 million -- and paid in cash.

Taylor Swift Releasing Entire Line of Keds

Christina Vinson — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 14:53:19 +0000

If Taylor Swift fans were excited about the limited edition red Ked tennis shoes that came out last fall, they now have a lot of other options to choose from. The singer is expanding her partnership with Keds this spring, and releasing a whole new line of women's champion shoes. If the shoe fits, why not wear all of them?

Taylor Swift, the Band Perry Nominated for Billboard Milestone Award

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 20:00:47 +0000

Taylor Swift and the Band Perry are among the artists nominated for the 2013 Billboard Milestone award. The newly-announced multi-genre award will be handed out at the Billboard Music Awards in May. The Milestone award will go to “an innovative artist that achieved a notable chart milestone over the past year,” according to Billboard. The [...]

Off the Air With Jeremy: Taylor Swift Flashback

Jeremy Robinson — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 23:00:32 +0000

Have you ever heard me on the show making fun of the dinky little cupcake Taylor Swift once made me? Look carefully at my most recent chat with her (above) and you can just barely see it. It even has its own microphone! Jeremy Robinson is the host of Taste of Country Nights, a syndicated [...]

Taylor Swift Performs 'Drive By' With Train's Pat Monahan in New Jersey

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 14:38:09 +0000

Taylor Swift invited one of her "favorite lead singers of one of my favorite all-time bands" to join her onstage at the third sold-out show of her three-night stand in Newark, New Jersey last night (March 29.) Swift brought the pop-rock singer Pat Monahan of the band Train onstage to sing his band's song 'Drive By.'

Young Girl Fighting Illness Meets 'Super Nice' Taylor Swift

Christina Vinson — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 19:00:57 +0000

Even though superstar Taylor Swift is in the midst of her 2013 Red Tour, she’s not too busy to help make dreams come true, especially if they’re the dreams of a brave 15-year-old girl fighting cystic fibrosis. Cheyenna Ames was able to meet the ’22′ hitmaker before her concert at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis, Mo. [...]

Taylor Swift Helps Grieving Town With Donation to Newtown Auction

Christina Vinson — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 21:00:46 +0000

The tragedy of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shootings is still heavy on the hearts of so many, and there is nothing that can ease the horror of what happened in December 2012. However, there are several celebrities who are stepping out to continue supporting the families of the young victims, with donations to the Music for Newtown Auction. The lovely Taylor Swift has shown her support, donating an autographed electric guitar.

Taylor Swift Visits 10-Year-Old Cancer Patient

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 16:00:38 +0000

Tender-hearted country-pop superstar Taylor Swift fulfilled an ailing little girl’s dream on Saturday (March 9). The singer made a special visit to Omaha’s Children’s Hospital & Medical Center to visit a young fan who’s been battling cancer. 10-year-old Lauren Hacker is a patient at the facility, and her family and friends have been lobbying for [...]

Taylor Swift Talks Songwriting, Red Tour Surprises in Behind-the-Scenes Diet Coke Clip

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 15:47:18 +0000

Taylor Swift has partnered with Diet Coke and the singer took us behind the scenes of her new ad for the soft drink giant. In between clips from the spot, she revealed her perspective on songwriting and growing up. She also shared some hints about what to expect on her upcoming Red Tour, which launches March 13.

Taylor Swift Keeps a Framed Photo of Kanye West in Her Home

Christina Vinson — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 21:01:58 +0000

Superstar Taylor Swift keeps on surprising us through her revealing interview for the April issue of Vanity Fair, and she dished on a shocking item she keeps in her Nashville home… as motivation. Apparently, the ‘Begin Again’ singer keeps a framed photo of the moment Kanye West crashed her acceptance speech for Best Female Video during the [...]

Taylor Swift's 'Red' Was the Only Triple Platinum Album of 2012

Cory Stromblad — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 18:57:06 +0000

Taylor Swift was the only musician in any genre to earn a Triple Platinum certification in 2012, surpassing the massive milestone with her current studio album, ‘Red.’ The honor is quite impressive considering the album’s street date was in the last quarter of the year. ‘Red’ — which feature’s Swift’s current No. 1 pop track, [...]

Taylor Swift, Brad Paisley + More Added to CMA Fest 2013 Lineup

Christina Vinson — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 23:05:48 +0000

The 2013 CMA Fest, held in downtown Nashville, will be the place to be early this summer, as more top-notch artists have been added to the festival lineup. Taylor Swift and Brad Paisley are among the newly-added, dazzling list of country stars.

Kanye West Rips on Taylor Swift (Again) in Onstage Rant

Christina Vinson — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 20:00:32 +0000

It's been a few years since the 2009 incident when Kanye West memorably interrupted Taylor Swift during her acceptance speech at the MTV VMAs. Swift will probably never forget that awful moment, and apparently, West is determined to continue badgering the fan-favorite singer.

Taylor Swift's Ex-Boyfriend Conor Kennedy Arrested Outside of White House

Billy Dukes — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 22:47:48 +0000

Taylor Swift's summer boyfriend Conor Kennedy was arrested outside the White House on Wednesday afternoon (Feb. 13). The 18-year-old was detained along with his father and 46 others as they protested to bring attention to the issue of climate change and the construction of a controversial oil pipeline.