Taylor Swift Delights Elderly WWII Hero and Avid Fan with Christmas Surprise

Pop icon Taylor Swift gave a memorable Christmas surprise to Cyrus Porter, a 96-year-old World War II veteran and avid fan, by visiting him for a heartwarming conversation and a live rendition of her popular song “Shake It Off.” The room erupted in joy upon her arrival, and after the initial excitement settled, Swift delivered a sing-along acoustic performance that captivated everyone present.

Swift began her visit with festive greetings and friendly high-fives to the children, then turned to Porter with a touching message: “I heard from my dad about your wish to attend one of my concerts. Since I’m unsure about my next tour dates, I thought why not bring the concert to you? Let’s make this special with some of your favorite songs.” Experience the touching scene here:

Joined by her parents, Swift engaged in a heartfelt conversation with Porter, sharing a personal connection through their grandfathers’ service in World War II. Porter, energized and disbelief, stood up to share an anecdote from his time in the war. Swift then performed an energetic version of “Shake It Off,” prompting the youngsters to dance and the entire family to join in singing. Witness Swift’s entrance and her interaction with Porter:

The video of this special visit, shared by Chris Porter, highlighted Swift’s humility and authenticity. Chris noted, “Taylor Swift displayed true integrity and humility, focusing not on herself but on the joy she brought. Her genuine and humble reaction to our enthusiastic welcome was touching.” See Swift’s performance of “Shake It Off” in a more produced setting in this video:

Swift’s reputation for personally connecting with her fans is further solidified by this gesture, earning her high praise from the online community. Fans commended her genuine kindness and the lasting memories she created, with comments reflecting the emotional impact of her visit, “Her down-to-earth nature and genuine affection for people shine through, making this a profoundly heartwarming experience to witness.”