Global pop star Taylor Swift, days after concluding the record-breaking finale of her worldwide Eras Tour, made a heartwarming surprise visit on 12 December to Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, the city where her boyfriend Travis Kelce resides.

During her visit, Swift interacted with young patients, including a young boy named Rylie, whose mother, Anita Belt, later shared photos of the encounter on Facebook.

“Children’s Mercy Hospital does their best to nurse seriously ill children, comfort families, and bring a little joy when they can,” wrote Belt in her post’s caption, expressing gratitude for the singer-songwriter’s visit. “Today did not disappoint! Thank you, Taylor Swift, for bringing some joy to Rylie today!!”

One memorable moment featured Taylor Swift playfully posing for selfies with Rylie and giving him a signed copy of her Eras Tour book with a heartfelt note that read, “To Rylie, it was so awesome to meet you!!”

Swift reportedly spent over an hour visiting the hospital’s hematology and oncology wards, where she interacted with children and fans, offered her time and comfort, and even sang to and with patients, according to hospital employees, creating unforgettable moments for everyone she met.

Melissa Nuzum, the mother of a patient named Baylee, who also had the chance to meet the singer, gushed to a local news station about the unforgettable experience, expressing her gratitude and excitement over the star’s thoughtful visit.

“Baylee was chosen since she requests Taylor songs during her uncomfortable procedures,” Nuzum said. “Ya’ll, she is amazing! On top of her sheer beauty, she was just as kind, personable, and down to earth. She gave Baylee a signed copy of her Eras Tour book and accepted a gift from Baylee, a diamond art picture, as well.” 

Aside from the photo opportunities with the star, Swift also made a TikTok video with fans. In a clip shared on social media, she joined two young fans to film a TikTok set to her song “Bad Blood,” strutting for the camera and lip-syncing along with them.

After making a heartwarming surprise visit to the hospital, Swift celebrated her birthday the following day.

On 13 December, the popstar celebrated her 35th birthday by becoming the most-decorated artist in Billboard Music Awards history, with 49 wins after securing 10 awards from 17 nominations this year. She broke her tie with Drake, who now holds 42 awards, and earned the night’s top honor as Top Artist for the fourth time, setting yet another record.