Taylor Swift recently received support from fellow artist John Legend after she faced criticism for endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris on social media. On September 11, Swift took to Instagram to share a heartfelt message, urging her fans to use their voting power. However, her political stance sparked a backlash from some of her followers.
In response, the All of Me singer extended his support for the Grammy Award winner during an interview with The Independent. Legend commended Swift’s decision to speak out despite the risks.
“It was always really difficult for Taylor to speak out for liberal and progressive candidates coming from the country music world, where the fanbase is a lot more conservative,” Legend explained. “It was riskier for her to start speaking out about politics than it is for me. I always respected the fact that she was willing to take that risk.”
Professionally, Swift continues to soar in her musical career. She recently made history at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards by taking home seven awards, including surpassing Beyoncé’s VMAs record. The Cruel Summer singer’s success at the event further solidifies her influence both on and off the stage.
Despite the political backlash, Swift’s decision to speak out and her continued achievements in music demonstrate her unwavering commitment to using her platform for both personal and professional expression.