Taylor Swift, the globally celebrated American songwriter and queen of hearts, also happens to embrace another identity: a proud cat lady. From social media posts to music videos and magazine shoots, her feline companions have gained a spotlight similar to the singer herself. Her adorable cats, Meredith, Olivia, and Benjamin, are an integral part of the pop star's everyday life. Taylor's love for her cats is no secret; over the years, she has frequently expressed her affection for her pets through social media posts, interviews, and even her creative work.
Meredith Grey: The Private Scottish Fold
Meredith was Taylor's first adopted paw-kid. She brought the pet into her life in 2011 and named her after the character Meredith Grey from the famous television series Grey's Anatomy. The cat's absence from social media once raised curiosity among fans. Taylor addressed it by saying, "The truth is, Meredith just hates having her picture taken. She is just a really private little cat." The Scottish Fold is adored by Swifties, who have followed Meredith's journey through Taylor's social media posts over the years.
Olivia Benson: The Famous White Scottish Fold
In 2014, Taylor welcomed Olivia Benson into her family. The cat was named after the popular Law & Order: SVU character portrayed by Mariska Hargitay. This white Scottish Fold has become one of Taylor's celebrity pets, as Olivia has appeared in campaigns for brands such as Diet Coke and AT&T, making her a familiar face to Swifties around the world. While talking about Olivia in an interview with People, Taylor jokingly revealed that Olivia might be the fan favorite but is "unemployed" despite being one of the world's most famous cats. Her witty and affectionate remarks about her cats' personalities show how much joy they bring to her life.
Benjamin Button: The Playful Ragdoll
Benjamin, the youngest member, came into Taylor's family in 2019. The Ragdoll cat made a surprise appearance on the set of the music video "ME!" Benjamin has the most beautiful blue eyes and a fluffy coat. Unlike his older sisters, Meredith and Olivia, Benjamin is often seen accompanying Taylor in photos and videos, charming fans with his playful and affectionate nature. His adoption story remains one of the most heartwarming chapters in Taylor's journey as a devoted cat lover.
A Proud Cat Mom
Taylor Swift's love for her cats goes beyond her social media posts. The Grammy-winning singer, speaking to TIME in 2019, said, "I have cats. I'm obsessed with them. I love my cats so much that when a role came up in a movie called Cats, I just thought, I got to do this." Swift even attended a special "cat school" organized for the cast to prepare for the role. In the same interview, she mentioned why she is so in love with and obsessed with cats. Taylor feels cats are self-sufficient and independent creatures. She admires them for these traits and considers them to be "very dignified" and "very capable of dealing with their own life."
