In a recent interview with The Guardian, actor Joe Alwyn addressed his past relationship with Taylor Swift, emphasizing his desire to move forward. He stated that revisiting the topic is "something for other people to do," highlighting that the relationship ended some time ago. Alwyn and Swift maintained a private six-year relationship before their amicable split in early 2023.
Alwyn expressed his focus on controlling what he can, prioritizing his work, family, and friends. He acknowledged the challenges of public attention, stating that he's learned to ignore outside noise to avoid being influenced by external pressures. He believes that letting public scrutiny affect one's behavior can be detrimental.
The actor and Swift collaborated musically during the pandemic on her albums "Folklore" and "Evermore." Alwyn, under the pseudonym William Bowery, contributed to several songs, including the Grammy-winning "Exile." He described the lockdown collaboration as a special and unforeseen surprise.
Following their split, confirmed by sources to Entertainment Tonight, Swift embarked on her record-breaking "Eras Tour." The split was described as amicable and undramatic, simply a relationship that had run its course. Alwyn, like previous Swift partners, faced significant scrutiny from fans analyzing her lyrics for insights into the relationship.
In a separate interview with The Sunday Times Style, Alwyn discussed the challenges of having a private relationship thrust into the public eye. He acknowledged the distortion and speculation that often arises, emphasizing the disconnect between public perception and reality. Alwyn stated he's come to terms with this aspect of public life.
He reaffirmed the mutual decision he and Swift made to keep their relationship private, stating he sees no reason to change that now. Alwyn expressed feeling fortunate about his current personal and professional life. He declined to comment on his current relationship status or whether he remains in contact with Swift.
Swift is currently dating Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce.
