Taylor Swift has honoured her father, Scott Swift, by donating $1 million (£740,000) to charity.
Earlier this year, the music superstar’s dad underwent quintuple bypass surgery after doctors discovered five blockages in his heart.
Later, Taylor shared that Scott, 73, was doing “incredible” amid his recovery.
And on Tuesday, officials from the American Heart Association announced that the Opalite hitmaker had made a massive personal contribution to the organisation.
“Taylor Swift’s remarkable generosity will create lasting change far beyond its financial value,” said chief executive officer Nancy Brown. “Her commitment to supporting her father will make so many others aware of the need to take their own heart health seriously, strengthen prevention efforts, and improve controllable risk factors – ultimately helping more people live longer, healthier lives.”
Brown went on to explain that the funds will support a number of initiatives, including research, public education, CPR training, and the development of medical guidelines.
“Taylor has long been associated with the symbol of heart hands. At the American Heart Association, we proudly use that same gesture to honour all who have been affected – our mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, spouses, and so many others. My hope is that together we can raise our collective heart hands and drive meaningful change against this disease, shaping a healthier future for generations to come,” she added.
Taylor has not publicly commented on the donation.
Earlier on Tuesday, Feeding America chief executive Claire Babineaux-Fontenot confirmed that the 36-year-old had also donated $1 million to the non-profit network of food banks.
“We are incredibly grateful for Taylor Swift’s $1 million gift to Feeding America,” she wrote in a statement posted on Instagram. “This holiday season, her continued support is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when we unite to end hunger. When we join together alongside people facing hunger, we can make sure families have a full table this holiday season and beyond.”
