Singer-songwriter Bebe Rexha opened up about a meaningful act of solidarity from fellow pop superstar Taylor Swift during a red-carpet interview at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Rexha recounted how Swift personally reached out to offer encouragement and assistance years ago during a challenging moment in her career when fashion designers initially declined to dress her for the Grammy Awards due to her body size.
Rexha recalled the incident from the 61st Annual Grammy Awards in 2019, where she was nominated for Best New Artist and Best Country Duo/Group Performance. Prior to the ceremony, the musician went viral after posting a video speaking candidly about high-end couture houses refusing to design a custom gown for her size 8 frame. Rexha explained that Swift contacted her directly to offer support, a gesture that made a lasting impact given Swift's massive stature in the music industry.
Reflecting on the gesture, Rexha expressed deep gratitude for Swift's kindness at a time when she felt alienated by fashion standards. She noted that having a peer of Swift's caliber reach out personally helped her feel validated and included within the music community during one of the most important nights of her professional life.
Over the course of her dynamic career, Rexha has established herself as a prolific songwriter and multi-platinum hitmaker. She gained major industry recognition co-writing Eminem and Rihanna's chart-topping smash "The Monster" before launching a successful solo career with global hits like "I'm a Mess," "Meant to Be" featuring Florida Georgia Line, and her Grammy-nominated dance collaboration "I'm Good (Blue)" with David Guetta.
At this year's VMAs, Rexha turned heads on the red carpet in an intricate lace ensemble from Dreaming Elie's Fall/Winter collection. The singer continues to advocate for body positivity and inclusivity in the entertainment industry while actively writing and recording new solo material.
