Taylor Swift's London connection: A timeline of her dramatic relationships
Swift recently released an album, The Tortured Poets Department, where a song named So Long London was released.
By Vibhuti PathakApr 19, 2024
Taylor Swift has often referenced London in her music, making it clear that the city holds a special place in her life. She has spent significant time in England, recording music and engaging in several romantic relationships based in the city. Here's a timeline of Taylor Swift's relationships in and around London.
March 2012
Taylor begins dating Harry Styles, a well-known British singer. The couple spends substantial time together in England, as evidenced by photos of them walking together in Cheshire.
October 2012
Taylor released her album Red, which features the song "Come Back...Be Here." The song contains references to London, hinting at her romantic connections to the city.
Come back, be here
This is falling in love in the cruelest way
This is falling for you and you are worlds away
In New York, be here
But you're in London, and I break down
'Cause it's not fair that you're not around
2013
Taylor writes and records the album 1989. During this period, she reveals that the song Clean was written while she was in London. The lyrics reflect her emotional journey and healing process after a breakup.
Taylor and Matty Healy are seen at a party in the UK, sparking rumors of a romantic relationship. Although the relationship is never confirmed, their appearances together garner media attention.
June 2016
Taylor begins dating Tom Hiddleston, a British actor from London. The relationship is short-lived and primarily takes place in the United States, but the British connection remains strong.
May 2017
The Sun reports that Taylor is staying in North London and dating Joe Alwyn. She reportedly takes measures to keep her identity hidden while spending time with Joe.
2018
Taylor works on her album Lover, recording the songs London Boy and Daylight at Metropolis Studios in London.
February 2019
Taylor posts a photo from the BAFTAs in London, where she and Joe Alwyn celebrate his film The Favourite. The couple remains relatively private but is seen together at events.
January 11, 2021
A source reports that Swift splits her time between Nashville and England, spending time with Joe's family and enjoying walks and hikes together.
May 11, 2021
Swift wins a BRIT Award and thanks Joe Alwyn during her acceptance speech.
May 2023
Swift started dating Matty Healy shortly after her breakup with Joe Alwyn. While their relationship is brief and doesn't involve much time in London, it adds another layer to Taylor's complex romantic history.
April 2024
Swift releases an album, The Tortured Poets Department, where a song named So Long London was released.
Taylor Swift's connection to London is evident in her music and personal life, making the city a significant part of her story.
Showed up in a killer red outfit and everyone was sneaking glances all night.
Snapped a pic with Anoushka Shankar, the sitar legend herself.
Got completely caught up in a close-up card magic trick.
Jetted in from other celebrations in New York and Delhi during a packed few weeks.
Priyanka Chopra was back in London for yet another Diwali shindig, this one thrown by Johnnie Walker and Rahul Mishra. Of course, there are already a ton of phone videos floating around. No surprises there. Anoushka Shankar was in the guest list too, and the photo they took together was iconic. Then there’s Rahul Mishra, obviously, and manager Anjula Acharia nearby. The whole place was done up with diyas and marigolds and looked festive and warm, not too staged. Felt like an actual party, not just another red carpet.
Priyanka Chopra shines in red at the London Diwali celebration Instagram/jerryxmimi
Card trick sequence
During the evening, Chopra spotted a magician performing card tricks at close range. Videos circulating online, shows her watching the demonstration with apparent concentration. At one point, she examines a playing card following a particular illusion. The interaction lasted several moments before she resumes conversations with other attendees nearby.
Recorded exchanges include Chopra discussing creative work with female guests. She mentioned familiarity with their Instagram content, specifically acknowledging their projects. The conversation also touched on professional aspects before moving to other topics.
The London stop forms part of recent travel that included a New York Diwali event and Delhi visit for a friend's birthday. Currently she is preparing for Citadel's second season, along with The Bluff and preliminary work on SS Rajamouli's GlobeTrotter alongside Mahesh Babu. Her most recent screen appearance was in Heads of State with Idris Elba and John Cena.
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