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Taylor Swift’s feline family
Taylor Swift’s love for animals is no secret. Over the years, the singer-songwriter has shared glimpses of her beloved pets with her fans, whether it’s through Instagram posts or interviews. On October 18, she once again captured the internet’s attention by posting a heartwarming Instagram reel featuring one of her cats, Olivia Benson. The clip showed Taylor walking into Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium with her feline friend in tow, teasing fans with the promise of a special upcoming show.
This marks Olivia Benson’s first public appearance on the Eras Tour, much to the delight of Swift’s fans, who have followed the lives of her cats with as much devotion as they have her music. But Olivia isn’t the only furry friend that Taylor has welcomed into her life over the years. Her bond with her pets, especially her cats, is a notable aspect of her personal life and has become an endearing part of her public persona.
The cats of Taylor Swift: Olivia Benson and Meredith Grey
Olivia Benson, named after the iconic character from Law & Order: SVU (played by Mariska Hargitay), is one of Taylor’s two famous felines. Olivia has been a beloved companion to Swift for years, often appearing in posts on social media, where she’s shown cuddling with her owner or lounging in her Nashville home. Fans of Swift are no strangers to Olivia’s sweet, yet sometimes sassy, demeanor.
In addition to Olivia, Taylor also shares her life with Meredith Grey, another cat named after a character from Grey’s Anatomy—the show Taylor has frequently referenced in her songs and interviews. Meredith, like Olivia, has become a favorite among Swifties, often stealing the spotlight in videos where Taylor shares her affectionate moments with her feline family.
Both of Swift’s cats are British Shorthairs, known for their round faces, plush coats, and sweet, calm dispositions. Olivia, in particular, has been a mainstay in Taylor’s life for years and was often seen lounging around in Taylor’s various homes, including her Tribeca apartment in New York City and her Nashville estate. She’s even made appearances in Taylor’s music videos, cementing her role as more than just a pet but also a significant part of the singer’s world.
A love of animals beyond cats
While Taylor’s love for her cats is well-documented, her affection for animals extends far beyond her feline companions. In 2015, Swift adopted a second cat, Benjamin Button, a kitten she introduced to the world via Instagram. Benjamin, a Ragdoll breed, is often shown in Swift’s social media posts, happily following his feline siblings around.
Taylor also frequently speaks out on behalf of animal rights and has been known to support various animal rescue organizations, even using her platform to encourage fans to adopt pets from shelters rather than buying them from breeders. Swift is an advocate for responsible pet ownership, and her compassion for animals shines through not only in her love for her cats but in the charitable causes she supports.
The emotional bond with pets
For Taylor Swift, her cats are more than just pets—they are family. The emotional bond between the singer and her felines is clear in the way she speaks about them, and the joy they bring her is palpable. Whether she’s posting pictures of them on Instagram or sharing cute anecdotes during interviews, it’s evident that her animals hold a special place in her heart.
As Taylor heads into the final leg of her Eras Tour, fans will undoubtedly continue to celebrate her music, but also the sweet moments she shares with her animals. Olivia Benson’s cameo at the Miami show is just the latest example of how deeply she treasures her furry companions, and for many Swifties, it’s one more reason to love her.