Taylor Alison Swift is an American singer-songwriter and actress. She was born on December 13, 1989 in Reading, Pennsylvania, and moved to Nashville, Tennessee at the age of 14 to pursue a career in country music. Swift's self-titled debut album was released in 2006, and she quickly gained popularity with hit singles such as "Our Song" and "Tim McGraw."

Swift's second album, "Fearless," was released in 2008 and became a commercial and critical success. It spawned the hit singles "Love Story" and "You Belong with Me," and won four Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year. In 2010, Swift released her third album, "Speak Now," which contained the hit singles "Mean" and "Mine."

Throughout her career, Swift has won numerous awards, including 10 Grammy Awards and an Emmy. She has also been recognized for her philanthropy, including her work with education and disaster relief efforts. In addition to her music career, Swift has also acted in films and television shows, and has written and endorsed various products. She is known for her confessional songwriting style, which often addresses her personal life and relationships.