Update, February 22: Fiona Apple has also lent her voice to the #FreeKesha campaign, while Taylor Swift has reportedly donated $250,000 to the singer in support
American comedian Margaret Cho posted this Instagram picture of Fiona Apple holding up a sign in support of Kesha, following Friday’s Dr. Luke court hearing.
According to E! News, Taylor Swift has donated $250,000 to Kesha.
“Meanwhile, in a show of support, Taylor Swift has donated $250,000 to Kesha to help with any of her financial needs during this trying time,” read Swift’s statement.
Kesha’s mum confirmed the donation via Twitter.
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
Yesterday, New York Supreme Court Justice Shirley Kornreich ruled against singer Kesha in a civil lawsuit that sought to release her from a contract with producer Dr. Luke, whom Kesha alleges abused her during a decade-long professional relationship.
Following the decision, fellow artists from around the world, including Grimes, Lorde, Best Coast, and Lady Gaga, spoke out in support of Kesha and commanded her bravery to fight the abuse she has suffered.
empathy 4 Kesha…. the worst. smh smh .. 💔
— Grimes (@Grimezsz) February 20, 2016
standing with @KeshaRose through this traumatic, deeply unfair time. send good vibes her way everyone
— Lorde (@lorde) February 19, 2016
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 thoughts are with @KeshaRose today. I’m sorry you’ve had to endure this experience.
— lily (@lilyallen) February 19, 2016
My heart is with @KeshaRose. 💜
— Ariana Grande (@ArianaGrande) February 19, 2016
the fact that kesha has to choose to either freely make music or avoid the person who abused her is outrageous and degrading #freekesha
— bea (@BeaMiller) February 19, 2016
If you don’t see why this Kesha issue is a big deal, you’re part of the problem. This is exactly why I speak up the way I do #FreeKesha
— Best Coast (@BestCoast) February 19, 2016
