Taylor Swift Dating History: Complete Timeline of Ex-Boyfriends

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Taylor Swift’s dating history is notable for its high-profile nature and its influence on her music. Here’s a timeline of her significant relationships:

Joe Jonas (July 2008 – October 2008): Swift’s brief relationship with Joe Jonas ended with a famously short phone call breakup. This inspired songs like “Forever & Always”.

Taylor Lautner (Fall 2009): They met on the set of “Valentine’s Day,” but their romance was short-lived, possibly inspiring “Back to December”.

John Mayer (December 2009 – February 2010): Their brief relationship ended with Swift’s song “Dear John,” which addresses their age difference and Mayer’s behavior.

Jake Gyllenhaal (October 2010 – January 2011): This relationship, marked by a significant age difference, inspired many songs, including “All Too Well.” Their romance was short but intense.

Conor Kennedy (Summer 2012): Swift’s summer fling with Robert F. Kennedy’s grandson included a lot of media attention and even a house purchase in Cape Cod, which she sold shortly after their breakup.

Harry Styles (November 2012 – January 2013): Their high-profile relationship, dubbed “Haylor” by fans, inspired several songs on Swift’s albums “Red” and “1989” (Zoylee) (Entertainment Tonight).

Calvin Harris (February 2015 – May 2016): Swift and Harris had a 15-month relationship that ended amidst public drama and a Twitter rant from Harris. Swift contributed to his hit “This Is What You Came For” under a pseudonym (Zoylee) (Entertainment Tonight).

Tom Hiddleston (May 2016 – September 2016): Their brief romance began at the Met Gala but ended a few months later (Zoylee) (InStyle).

Joe Alwyn (May 2017 – April 2023): Swift’s longest relationship, lasting six years, was with British actor Joe Alwyn. Their split was surprising to many fans (InStyle).

Travis Kelce (July 2023 – Present): Swift is currently dating NFL star Travis Kelce. Their relationship is still developing, with Swift attending many of Kelce’s games (Zoylee) (InStyle).

Swift’s relationships have had a profound impact on her songwriting, often providing inspiration for her music. Each relationship has added a chapter to her personal and musical narrative.

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Taylor Swift’s relationship with Joe Jonas was a brief but highly publicized romance in the fall of 2009. The two met on the set of the movie “Valentine’s Day,” where they played each other’s love interests. Their chemistry on-screen quickly translated into a real-life connection, and they were often spotted together at various events. Despite their budding romance, the relationship was short-lived, reportedly ending due to their busy schedules and the long-distance nature of their relationship, with Swift based in Nashville and Jonas in Los Angeles. The breakup is believed to have inspired Swift’s song “Back to December,” which reflects on a past relationship and expresses regret. Despite their split, the two have remained friends over the years, and Jonas even appeared at one of Swift’s concerts during her Eras Tour in 2023.

Taylor Swift’s relationship with Taylor Lautner was a brief but highly publicized romance in the fall of 2009. The two met on the set of the movie “Valentine’s Day,” where they played each other’s love interests. Their chemistry on-screen quickly translated into a real-life connection, and they were often spotted together at various events. Despite their budding romance, the relationship was short-lived, reportedly ending due to their busy schedules and the long-distance nature of their relationship, with Swift based in Nashville and Lautner in Los Angeles. The breakup is believed to have inspired Swift’s song “Back to December,” which reflects on a past relationship and expresses regret. Despite their split, the two have remained friends over the years, and Lautner even appeared at one of Swift’s concerts during her Eras Tour in 2023.

FAQ

How many men has Taylor Swift dated?

She has 12 publicly-known exes. Here is more about each one. According to Elle, Swift dated Joe Jonas in 2008, but their relationship only lasted a couple of months.

Will Taylor and Travis get married?

“Travis has no plans on proposing to Taylor anytime soon,” the source said then. “It's not even on his radar. Marriage is something he takes very seriously and not something he would ever just jump into without giving it some careful consideration.

Does Taylor Swift have kids?

Taylor Swift's love life has always been the fodder for gossip columns, but it is essential to distinguish between fact and fiction. As of now, Taylor Swift has never been married and does not have any children.