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Daily Record
6 hours ago
- Daily Record
Taylor Swift's dad undergoes sudden major heart surgery with singer by his side
Taylor Swift's father, Scott Swift, has undergone quintuple bypass surgery after a GP "saw something" concerning during a routine check up. Taylor Swift's father has undergone major heart surgery after a check up with the doctor. Scott Swift, 73, who played a big role in his daughter's music career, had quintuple bypass surgery last month after his GP "saw something" concerning. Quintuple bypass surgery is a very complex and serious procedure carried out to treat people with five severely blocked major arteries that pump the heart. Blood vessels are taken from another part of the body and transplanted onto each affected heart vessel to reroute blood flow around the blockages. The surgery aims to improve blood supply to the heart, minimising pain, shortness of breath, and possibly the risk of cardiac-related death. Taylor's dad Scott, is said to be "doing great" following the serious operation, according to TMZ. He was reportedly supported by the Love Story singer, his wife Andrea, and son Austin, throughout the surgery and during the recovery process, the Mirror reports. Taylor's rep told the outlet that the surgery was not the result of a heart attack but had taken place because Scott's doctor "saw something". They also confirmed that the dad-of-two is now "feeling just great". Scott played a big role in Taylor's younger years, raising her and her younger brother Austin on a Christmas tree farm in Pennsylvania, US, before moving to Nashville to support the singer's music career. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Long before she became a Grammy-winning global superstar and billionaire, the Shake it Off star's parents said they were listening to her sing karaoke and driving her to local concerts near her hometown. Scott told UDaily: "She was always singing music when she was 3, 5, 6, 7, years old. It's Taylor doing what she likes to do." Meanwhile, mum, Andrea, said she always gave her daughter the option of Plan B, but said there was only ever path for Taylor. She told Entertainment Weekly in 2008: "There would always be an escape hatch into normal life if she decided this wasn't something she had to pursue. And of course that's like saying to her, 'If you want to stop breathing, that's cool.' " 17 years on, Taylor is one of the biggest singers in the world. The Belong You With Me singer is bigger than the recent Oasis craze despite Liam and Noel Gallagher selling out shows across the UK and the rest of the world for their current reunion tour. While excitement is still very high for the band, data has found that Swift still has the bigger pulling power. According to statistics, Taylor's 2024 Eras Tour proved to be more popular than the upcoming Oasis gigs. Data shows that fans' total searches for Taylor Swift were one and a half times the number of views compared to Oasis. The findings were compiled by comparing ticket sales from the week of each respective act's general on-sale date. According to Viagogo, they found that Swift could have filled Wembley Stadium nine times more than Oasis based on global page views alone.
Daily Mail
16 hours ago
- Daily Mail
Taylor Swift fans get excited about a new album... but there's a twist
Taylor Swift fans were sent into a frenzy as rumors sparked up this week that the singer could possibly be dropping new music - until a surprising twist popped up. The Grammy winner, 35 - who bought back her entire music empire in May - released her last LP in 2024 called The Tortured Poets Department. HITS Daily Double initially alleged in a report on Tuesday that the Bad Blood singer could possibly be working on her 12th studio album under Republic Records. 'What's more, seismic rumblings of a new Taylor set keep the Republic team as aggressive as ever,' the outlet had published. However, an edit has since been made and altered to the simple line: 'And there's always Taylor,' while on the topic of other artists in the industry. Before the change was made, Swifties flocked over to X to express their excitement over the speculation, with one penning, 'ts12 we are ready.' Another added, 'I need this in my life,' while a fan wrote, 'and i speak for us all when I say that whenever Taylor decides to drop new music we WILL be STREAMING.' 'THE WORLD ISNT READY FOR HER,' one commented, and another shared, 'finally omg???' An X user also expressed, 'mother is coming to save music,' and one simply said, 'TS12 IS COMING.' Some had their doubts as another added, 'but also like... I'll believe it when it happens,' and one also penned, 'we know this means there's no new taylor swift album.' And when the report changed later on Tuesday, fans of the Grammy winner still grasped onto hope. 'So that must mean it's REALLY coming then and Tree told them to get rid of that! Omg Swifties GET UP!' a fan said, referencing to Taylor's publicist Tree Paine. Another typed, 'taylor nation made some calls. the album is DEFINITELY coming,' and one said, 'Why would they walk it back now? Is a surprise drop still on the table?' 'They're definitely hiding something ... Taylor's next move incoming,' a social media user commented, as another added, 'Looks like Taylor's team is keeping us guessing new album vibes are definitely in the air.' Before the change was made, Swifties flocked over to X to express their excitement over the speculation, with one penning, 'ts12 we are ready' Another added, 'I need this in my life,' while a fan wrote, 'and i speak for us all when I say that whenever Taylor decides to drop new music we WILL be STREAMING' Some had their doubts as another added, 'but also like... I'll believe it when it happens,' and one also penned, 'we know this means there's no new taylor swift album' And when the report changed later on Tuesday, fans of the Grammy winner still grasped onto hope Fans have been anticipating new music from Swift amid her romance with Travis Kelce and after she dropped The Tortured Poets Department in April 2024. The LP was nominated for two Grammys - including Album of the Year and Best Pop Vocal Album. Last year in October, Swifties went wild as they speculated the popstar would drop a surprise album at the time. The rumors began due to Joe Jonas and Shawn Mendes both postponing the release of their own music. A few months earlier in May, Taylor announced that she had bought back the rights to all of her music - and penned a heartfelt letter to her fans in celebration of the big milestone. Fans were quick to point out what they alleged to be Easter eggs in the lengthy message. Towards the top, the songstress had written: 'I'm trying to gather my thoughts into something coherent, but right now my mind is a slideshow. 'A flashback sequence of all the times I daydreamed about, wished for, and pined away for the chance to get to tell you this news. All the times I was thiiiiiiiiiiiis close, reaching out for it, only for it to fall through.' Last year in October, Swifties went wild as they speculated the popstar would drop a surprise album at the time; seen in 2024 in Miami Some Swifties said that when she wrote 'this,' she included a total of 12 i's - which they believed could possibly be a tease of her 12th studio album. And while making an appearance at the 2025 Grammys in February, she accessorized her eye-catching look with earrings that also had 12 jewels. Taylor gave a surprise performance at Brooklyn Bowl in Nashville last month in June and some fans were convinced that she could maybe jump back to her country roots with new music. She belted out lyrics to her hit track Shake It Off - and listeners pointed out that she had gone back to her signature country twang. While it is not officially known when Swift will drop new music, the Love Story hitmaker has been keeping busy this summer thus far. Taylor and boyfriend Travis Kelce enjoyed a Fourth of July getaway to the exclusive Yellowstone Club in Montana. The lovebirds have additionally been seen on recent dates over the past few months. Shortly before Fourth of July, the lovebirds traveled to the NFL player's home state of Ohio to grab lunch at JoJo's Bar located in Chagrin Falls. The pair could be seen sitting closely at a table near a window, with the songstress showing off her personal style in a white blouse and pleated skirt. Kelce kept it casual for the outing in a teal-striped shirt as they held a lighthearted conversation inside the eatery with another male companion. And shortly before the romantic trip, both Kelce and Swift were also spotted heading out for date night in NYC. They also stopped by Tight End University's 'Tight Ends & Friends' benefit at Brooklyn Bowl in Nashville - where Swift took to the stage for a surprise performance of her hit song Shake It Off. Last month in June, Taylor achieved the big milestone of regaining control of her masters - which Travis also made 'even more special.' A source told People, 'Reclaiming her masters has been emotional and empowering. She's proud, relieved, and finally feels like a chapter has closed in the best possible way. Having Travis by her side for that milestone made it even more special. The NFL star was also 'honored to support her and he wouldn't have wanted it any other way.' Their nearly two-year romance has also recently hit a 'turning point.' 'They're incredibly happy and in sync. There's a calmness and ease to their relationship right now that's been really grounding for Taylor and Travis.' The insider added, 'Taylor and Travis are soaking up every minute of this slower season together. They've been splitting their time between New York, Nashville, and a few quiet getaways, just enjoying each other's company without all the usual chaos. 'This kind of downtime is rare for both of them, and it's really allowed their bond to deepen.' Kelce is preparing for his 13th season with the NFL and has been attending training sessions in the state of Florida. Swift has often been spotted supporting her boyfriend from the stands, and has attended over 20 games.
Daily Mail
a day ago
- Daily Mail
Lil' shady! Eminem's grandson Elliot looks adorable dressed up as rapper by mom Hailie Jade
Eminem 's four-month-old grandson Elliot dressed up like his superhero alter ego Rapboy in an adorable Instastory shared by his daughter Hailie Jade McClintock on Monday. The 52-year-old rap legend - who originally wanted to become a comic book artist - first debuted the Robin-inspired costume in his Grammy-winning music video for Without Me in 2002. As recent as last year, Eminem (born Marshall Mathers III) reprised the masked character in his Houdini music video. Since June 13, the 15-time Grammy winner has been promoting his $35 Shady Baby 'Rapboy Baby Onesie,' which is currently available for pre-order on his official merchandise website. 'The grandfather is grandfathering!' Instagram user @chrafaela commented at the time. 'You know his grandson inspired this,' Instagram user @enrique_1sh0t agreed. It was Eminem who announced the impending birth of the 29-year-old nepo baby's first child by proudly holding up an ultrasound snap in his 2024 music video for Temporary (feat. Skylar Grey). Detroit-based Hailie gave little Elliot the middle name Marshall in honor of her famous father's first name. 'Over time, I've come to understand the struggle my father faced — wanting to protect our privacy while also feeling proud and wanting to celebrate his kids,' McClintock (born Mathers) told People on June 26. 'I feel the same way now. I want to share the proud, joyful moments that mean a lot to me, especially as a parent, but I'm also intentional about keeping certain parts of our lives just for us.' The Just a Little Reno star 'can't imagine doing any of it without' her husband of 14 months - Scout director of sales Evan McClintock - whom she originally began dating in 2016. Hailie - who boasts 6.9M Instagram/TikTok followers - hosts a podcast called Just a Little Shady and she's every bit the influencer with paid partnerships for brands like Revlon, NutriBullet, and Watersquare Residencies. In 2021, McClintock's mother Kimberly Scott was rushed to the hospital after 'taking a bunch of pills' and 'cutting herself' the day after her own mother Kathleen Sluck's funeral. Since June 13, the 15-time Grammy winner has been promoting his $35 Shady Baby 'Rapboy Baby Onesie,' which is currently available for pre-order on his official merchandise website It was the troubled 50-year-old's second suicide attempt after intentionally driving her Cadillac Escalade into a telephone pole back in 2015. Eminem famously divorced his Lincoln High School sweetheart twice, in 2001 and 2006, after less than three years of marriage. The Oscar-winning songwriter also adopted Kim's nonbinary 23-year-old child Stevie Laine as well as her late sister Dawn's 32-year-old daughter Alaina. Steven Leckart's fully-authorized documentary Stans - hitting theaters worldwide August 7-10 - centers on Eminem's relationship to his superfans affectionately nicknamed after his 2000 track Stan.
