Taylor Swift took home one of the most prestigious awards at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards, winning Video of the Year for her hit single “Fortnight,” featuring Post Malone. During her acceptance speech, the pop superstar used the moment to not only express her gratitude but also to encourage fans to participate in the upcoming presidential election.

In her speech, Swift reflected on the experience of filming the music video, sharing a lighthearted memory that involved her boyfriend, NFL star Travis Kelce. “The video might seem like a really sad one when you watch it, but filming it was actually the most fun I’ve ever had,” she said. “Every time we finished a take, I would hear someone cheering from across the set, and that person was Travis. It made the whole experience even more special.”

Swift’s remarks came amid a busy time for the singer, who has been increasingly involved in political activism. Just a day prior to the awards show, she made headlines by announcing her support for Kamala Harris in the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election. In a candid Instagram post, Swift shared why she was endorsing Harris for president and Tim Walz for vice president.

“I am proud to cast my vote for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the upcoming election. Kamala has consistently shown that she fights for the issues that matter most to me and many others. We need a leader who can guide the country with calm, strength, and compassion, and I believe Kamala is that leader,” Swift wrote in her post.

Her call to action during her acceptance speech at the VMAs was a reminder to fans that their voice matters in shaping the future. Swift has long been an advocate for voter participation, especially among young people, and she emphasized how crucial it is for everyone to make their voices heard in the upcoming election.

Swift’s influence extends far beyond the music industry, as her political endorsements and social activism continue to resonate with her millions of followers. By leveraging her platform, she is using her star power to advocate for causes she believes in, from voting rights to women’s issues, making her one of the most politically engaged celebrities of her generation.

Her win at the MTV VMAs was a significant moment, not only in her music career but also in her ongoing efforts to inspire political engagement among her fan base.