Taylor Swift gives $1M to heart association after father's surgery
What's the story
Global pop sensation Taylor Swift has donated a whopping $1 million to the American Heart Association (AHA) in honor of her father, Scott Swift, confirmed People. The donation comes after Scott, 73, underwent quintuple bypass surgery earlier this year. The AHA confirmed that the funds will be used to support research and treatment for heart disease across the United States.
Statement
AHA CEO praised Swift's 'remarkable generosity'
Nancy Brown, the CEO of AHA, praised Swift's donation. She said in a statement, "Taylor Swift's remarkable generosity will create lasting change far beyond its financial value." "Her family's experience with cardiovascular disease is all too common, affecting nearly half of American adults." The donation will help improve access to care and prevention efforts for heart disease.
Surgery details
Swift's father underwent surgery after routine check-up
Scott's quintuple bypass surgery was revealed by the outlet in July. The procedure was performed after doctors noticed something unusual during a routine check-up, though it wasn't due to a heart attack. According to the Mayo Clinic, "Coronary artery bypass surgery creates a new path for blood to go around a blocked or partially blocked artery in the heart."
Family support
Swift family supported Scott during recovery
Swift, her brother Austin, and their mother Andrea were by Scott's side throughout his surgery and recovery. In August, Swift spoke about the "really intense" surgery on her fiancé Travis Kelce's New Heights podcast. She revealed that despite having a "perfect EKG," a cardiac stress test showed five blockages in her father's heart.
Caregiving role
Swift's personal involvement in father's care
Swift moved in with her father for the summer as he recovered from surgery. She described the experience as a "very parent-child reversal in a lot of ways," with her and her brother taking shifts in the ICU and staying with him 24/7. The singer also recalled her father's humor during recovery, saying he was "the funniest he's ever been." Meanwhile, fans can catch behind-the-scenes of Swift's Eras Tour on JioHotstar with The End of an Era.