Taylor Swift Through the Years: See Her Stunning Transformation and How She Became a Superstar

Before releasing her eponymous debut album, Taylor Swift had already established connections in the music industry. She also began attending events, including the 2006 CMT Music Awards at The Curb Event Center.

The "You Belong With Me" singer performed as the opening act for George Strait's tour at the Mellon Arena. She let her curly blonde hair down and rocked her patterned dress while serenading the crowd.

Swift rocked her purple draped silk dress when she attended The Verizon Wireless & People Magazine Pre-Grammy Celebration in Hollywood, Calif.

The "All Too Well" singer turned people's heads when she graced the 2009 Clive Davis annual Pre-Grammy Gala in her sparkly minidress, which featured sequins and cap sleeves. She completed her look with a Jimmy Choo clutch.

During the 36th Annual People's Choice Awards, Swift transformed into a real-life Barbie doll as she arrived in her white Jenny Packham dress and Christian Louboutin heels.

Swift unleashed her Marilyn Monroe spirit when she attended the Teen Choice Awards in her white halter dress and Fendi heels.

The "Right Where You Left Me" singer made headlines for her ethereal beauty at the Billboard Music Awards. She donned a red maxi dress that made her look like she came straight out of a Disney princess movie.

Swift was among the best dressed at the 2013 Academy of Country Music Awards, with the "Cruel Summer" singer looking stunning in her metallic dress.

In October 2014, the "Getaway Car" songstress performed on Good Morning America following the release of her album, 1989.

“Good morning, America, and welcome to New York,” she said before delivering her electrifying number.

Swift rocked her black and green dress at the 2015 Elle Style Awards, where she was named the Woman of the Year. She completed her look with black heels.

Swift hyped the crowd with her performance at the Jingle Ball Concert.

For the 2019 Billboard Women in Music Event, Swift dazzled in her Oscar de la Renta jumpsuit which featured chain shoulder straps and waist chains.

Swift conquered the premiere of Taylor Swift: Miss Americana at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival in her all-plaid outfit and heels.

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Swift protected herself with a black face mask that complemented her purple velvet blazer and pants.

Swift looked like a goddess in her New York University graduation cap and gown as she received a Doctor of Fine Arts, honoris causa, from the school.

Swift was all smiles during her Eras Tour stop in Edinburgh, Scotland.