Taylor Swift recently shared an article from The Root about the importance of Juneteenth on Twitter.
Celebrated annually on the 19th of June throughout the United States to mark the emancipation of those enslaved in the United States, the 30-year-old singer believes it should be celebrated as a National holiday.
Taylor Swift shares an article from The Root advocating for Juneteenth to be recognized as a national holiday
“Happy Juneteenth! I want to thank @TheRoot and @RhapsoDani for allowing me to post this video about the significance of today, June 19th, and why it should be celebrated as a National holiday,” she tweeted.
Taylor Swift performed an emotional song about her mother’s battle with cancer during the “One World: Together at Home” live broadcast on April 19, 2020
Juneteenth is also known as Freedom Day, Jubilee Day, Liberation Day, and Emancipation Day.
Taylor continued, “Personally, I’ve made the decision to give all of my employees June 19th off in honor of Freedom Day from now on, and to continue to educate myself on the history that brought us to this present moment.”
Taylor Swift commits to giving her employees Juneteenth off and emphasizes the importance of anti-racism and using privilege for good
“For my family, everything that has transpired recently gives us an opportunity to reflect, listen, and reprogram any part of our lives that hasn’t been loudly and ferociously anti-racist, and to never let privilege lie dormant when it could be used to stand up for what’s right,” the artist concluded.
Taylor Swift’s commitment to important causes, like advocating for Juneteenth to become a national holiday, demonstrates her influence beyond music. While using her voice to inspire change, she continues to captivate audiences with her iconic red carpet appearances. From championing Freedom Day to showcasing bold fashion statements, Taylor effortlessly merges advocacy with elegance, reminding us why she’s both a cultural and style icon.
Taylor Swift’s Red Carpet Elegance: A Bold Purple Statement at the Golden Globes
Taylor Swift dazzles at the 2013 Golden Globe Awards in a Donna Karan Atelier plum gown with a low back and dramatic train (Credit: WENN / LJT Images / Avalon)
Did you see what Taylor Swift wore to the Golden Globe Awards in 2013? Our resident Golden Girl wore purple!
Yep, Taylor, often seen on the red carpet wearing sparkly white or nude and the occasional red, chose a more grown-up red carpet look, favoring a dark plum mermaid cut gown by Donna Karan Atelier.
Taylor’s sleek Grace Kelly-inspired updo and teardrop earrings add elegance to her bold, body-contouring taffeta gown
She completed the outfit with an exquisite pair of teardrop earrings by Lorraine Schwartz, adding a touch of timeless elegance to her dramatic look. Taylor’s bold choice of plum, paired with these stunning accessories, showcased her evolving red carpet style. Do you love this daring departure from her usual neutrals and reds, or do you prefer her classic looks?
Though her stunning Donna Karan Atelier gown stole the show, Taylor Swift completed her look with Rene Caovilla heels. While the dramatic length of the gown’s train kept the shoes hidden from view, Rene Caovilla’s signature blend of luxury and craftsmanship likely added an extra layer of sophistication to her ensemble.
Taylor Swift proves single looks good as she stuns in a refreshing dark-plum gown at the 70th Annual Golden Globe Awards held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on January 13, 2013
We like it. She went out of her comfort zone here. Selena Gomez’s best friend wanted something different (for herself or her fans), and she came out stunning.
Not the squeak-clean-goody-two-shoes image anymore, but still beautiful, and might we add, a call to let everyone know she is one of Hollywood’s most eligible bachelorettes.
Taylor Swift’s fashion choices have consistently captivated audiences, showcasing her evolving style and influence. At the 2013 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, she stunned in two glamorous dresses, holding her own among the VS Angels.
In 2016, Taylor turned heads at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party, donning a sultry black gown paired with gold accessories, exemplifying her fearless approach to red carpet fashion. More recently, at the 2023 Grammy Awards, she shone brightly in a glittering midnight blue dress, effortlessly combining glamour and sophistication.
These instances underscore Taylor Swift’s status as a fashion icon, continually setting trends and inspiring fans worldwide.