Following Matty Healy’s Racism Controversy, Taylor Swift Reportedly Ditches Him as 1975 Frontman Cozies Up to Ex-Girlfriend
After Taylor Swift ended her alleged relationship with The 1975’s frontman Matty Healy, the singer was spotted with his former girlfriend Meredith Mickelson.
The relationship received some backlash due to the racism accusations that surround the Be My Mistake singer. One of the songs written by him in 2013 had racial slurs. He has since apologized for the same, but the internet never forgets.
After separation from Swift, Healy is seeking solace in the arms of his ex-lover.
Taylor Swift Cuts Ties with Matty Healy
Taylor Swift is known for her advocacy against several social injustices. She uses her platform for various causes and she ended her alleged relationship with Matty Healy as soon as his problematic actions were brought into the limelight again.
As per a source close to Swift, she was appalled by Healy’s actions. The source reveals
“She’s a strong advocate for social justice, and she doesn’t tolerate racism in any form. She’s disappointed that Matty would use such a harmful word, and she’s decided to cut ties with him.”
The relationship and the break-up that followed caused a lot of skepticism among the masses. But Swifties are now relieved that Swift washed her hands off such a problematic man.
Matty Healy Romances with Ex in Hawaii
Reportedly, Healy was seen vacationing with his ex-girlfriend, model Meredith Mickelson in Hawaii, confirming his separation from the All Too Well singer.
Mickelson and Healy were romantically involved up until the word of Healy and Swift dating got out. This was right after Swift’s breakup with her boyfriend of seven years, actor Joe Alwyn, went public in April.
An insider revealed Mickelson’s initial reaction to Healy and Swift’s relationship.
“She didn’t anticipate this at all. While Matty Healy was spending time in the studio with Taylor, she didn’t suspect anything. He would spend his day working in the studio and then return home to her. After eventually ceasing all communication, his relationship with Swift got public.”
Sounds a lot like Healy cheated on Mickelson, but for what is being heard now, the pair has rekindled their romance.
Matty Healy’s Character in Question
The ordeal of cheating in his relationships and a history of making racist comments, do not paint A good image of Healy. Even though his alleged breakup with Swift was initiated by her, his reputation as a cheater and a racist is irredeemable in the public eye.
He has apologised for his racist comments but they didn’t seem to have the intended effect. Some claim Matty Healy’s apologies to be insincere. And that he should attempt to bring some actionable change, to redeem himself completely.
This all has raised some conversations about accountability and responsibility, only time will tell how all the controversy surrounding Healy will resolve. But it is safe to say that it will have a significant impact on Matty Healy and The 1975.
Source: The Mirror
