Just days after a New York judge ruled against Kesha's legal plea to get out of her exclusive contract with music producer Dr. Luke, many celebrities and fellow singers reached out to show support for Kesha. In that long list of supporters, one celebrity - Taylor Swift - has gone above and beyond.
"In show of support, Taylor Swift has donated $250,000 to Kesha to help with any of her financial needs during this trying time," Swift's spokesperson told E! News.
Kesha's mother confirmed the news on her Twitter as well. "Taylor Swift has just generously donated $250,000 to Kesha, as a show of support during this difficult time. AMAZING," she wrote.
Taylor Swift has just generously donated $250,000. to Kesha, as a show of support during this difficult time.AMAZING!!
— keshas mom (@grannywrapper) February 22, 2016
After the ruling, many celebrities and fellow artists in the music industry sent out messages of love and support to Kesha like Lady Gaga, Kelly Clarkson, Ariana Grande, Lily Allen and Lorde, among many others. Check out the tweets below.
There are people all over the world who love you @KeshaRose. And I can say truly I am in awe of your bravery. — Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) February 19, 2016
My heart is with @KeshaRose.
— Ariana Grande (@ArianaGrande) February 19, 2016
Trying 2 not say anything since I can't say anything nice about a person... so this is me not talking about Dr. Luke https://t.co/lLhtUHbmgG — Kelly Clarkson (@kelly_clarkson) February 19, 2016
standing with @KeshaRose through this traumatic, deeply unfair time. send good vibes her way everyone
— Lorde (@lorde) February 19, 2016
My thoughts are with @KeshaRose today. I'm sorry you've had to endure this experience. — lily (@lilyallen) February 19, 2016
Sending all my love and support to @KeshaRose & all other women relating to this horrific abuse//societal support of abuse#FreeKesha
— samantha urbani (@samandude) February 22, 2016
In her ongoing legal case, Kesha attempted to get the judge to grant a preliminary junction, which would basically allow her to release music without Dr. Luke's approval. Unfortunately, the judge denied the request and left Kesha in tears.
"As the Court recognized, Ms. Sebert [Kesha] has always had the ability to proceed with her career if she so chooses," Dr. Luke's lawyer said in a statement after the ruling was announced. "We remain confident that when all the facts are presented that Ms. Sebert's allegations against Luke will be shown to be completely false and were asserted solely to extort money and gain contractural leverage."
