Inside the 6-Year Relationship Between Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn: Why Did They Break Up?
- Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn’s six-year relationship ended in last year.
- Their relationship was ended due to personal differences.
- Alwyn is single, while Swift is dating NFL star Travis Kelce.
Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn’s six-year relationship came to an unexpected end in April 2023, leaving fans wondering: Why did it end? The two kept their romance very private throughout the years, so when the news broke that they were no longer together, it was a shock to many.
In this article, we’re going to take you through their entire love story, from how it started to why it ended. Plus, we’ll dive into what Swift and Alwyn are doing now and who they might be dating next.
Joe Alwyn and Taylor Swift Relationship Timeline
Let’s rewind for a second and take a look at how Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn’s relationship began. It was May 2017 when The Sun first reported that the couple had been secretly dating for a few months.
They kept their relationship very low-key at the time, with both of them avoiding the spotlight. Tay confirmed their relationship in a subtle way in her 2019 album Lover, where she included a diary entry about hiding out in London to protect their privacy.
She wrote, “I’m essentially based in London, hiding out trying to protect us from the nasty world that just wants to ruin things.” So, while the world was speculating, Swift was living her love life quietly in London with Alwyn.
It’s been rumored that the two first met at the 2016 Met Gala, and fans believe this because of lyrics from her song Dress on her Reputation album. She sings, “Flashback to when you met me / Your buzz cut / And my hair bleached,” which seems to match what both of them looked like at that event.
While it’s not confirmed, this connection makes sense. Fast forward to May 8, 2018, when the pair made their relationship Instagram official—well, kind of. They posted separate photos from the same spot, standing next to a giant cactus. Their captions were low-key, but it was clear they were showing off their relationship to the world for the first time (see Alwyn’s post here).
Over the years, Swift and Alwyn shared special moments together, including vacations to places like Turks and Caicos and public appearances at events like the Golden Globes and BAFTA awards.
They also continued to support each other, with Swift showing up to Alwyn’s movie premieres and the actor attending some of T-Swizzle’s most important events. Things were going well, and everything seemed perfect.
Why Did Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn Break Up?
After six years of dating, Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn broke up in April 2023, right in the middle of Swift’s Eras Tour. It was reported by PEOPLE that their breakup wasn’t because of any big public scandal but rather due to “differences in their personalities.” According to a source close to the couple, they realized they weren’t as compatible as they had once thought. The insider continued:
They had plenty in common and fell in love in a safe bubble while she was retreating from the world during Reputation. Then, the pandemic hit, and they were locked down together and able to continue growing their relationship in this insulated way. But he didn’t really ‘know’ her yet outside of that bubble.
The source also mentioned that while they had discussed marriage in the past, Swift eventually came to the conclusion that they weren’t going to work out in the long run. Despite the split, sources said that Swift and Alwyn remain on good terms and are still “friendly.”
Her breakup with the actor didn’t go unnoticed, and some of the music from her album Midnights seems to reflect her feelings about the relationship. In one of the songs, So Long, London, the songstress sings about leaving a place that holds memories of a past love. In other tracks, she sings about breaking free from a relationship that left her feeling isolated and misunderstood.
Who is Joe Alwyn Dating Now?
So, what’s next for Joe Alwyn? After his breakup with Swift, the Hollywood star has kept his dating life very private. There have been rumors (via Hello!) that he might be dating Emma Laird, his co-star from the film The Brutalist. However, there’s been no official confirmation, so we can’t say for sure if they’re a thing.
There was also a moment when Alwyn posed for a picture with supermodel Kendall Jenner at the Academy Museum Gala (per Marca). Since then, people have started wondering if there is something going on between them.
But again, nothing has been confirmed, and it could just be a friendly interaction. In an interview with Chicken Shop Date host Amelia Dimoldenberg, Alwyn showed off his charming side, answering questions in a flirty, fun way.
At the moment, it seems like he is focusing on his career and staying out of the public spotlight when it comes to his personal life.
Who is Taylor Swift Dating Now?
And now, the moment we’ve all been waiting for: Who’s Taylor Swift dating now? Well, after her breakup with Alwyn, it didn’t take long for her to move on. In the summer of 2023, she started dating NFL star Travis Kelce.
Swift made her first public appearance with Kelce at a Kansas City Chiefs game, and it was clear that they were having a good time. This was confirmed when Swift was spotted cheering him on at multiple football games, including the Super Bowl. Kelce also showed up at one of her Eras Tour concerts in Argentina.
Their relationship seems to be moving quickly, and fans are loving it. They make a cute couple, and they seem to enjoy each other’s company. They’re not shy about showing off their relationship in public, which is a big change from Swift’s super private romance with Alwyn.
