Everything we know about Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn's famously private relationship

Claudia WillenApr 30, 2020, 22:14 IST

Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn have maintained a private relationship.Tony Barson/Getty Images; Dominik Bindl/Getty Images

Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn have been dating for more than three years, however they've kept their relationship largely out of the public eye.
The couple hid their romance for as long as possible, and the "Cats" actress even reportedly wore disguises in the beginning of the relationship to remain incognito.
Fans have speculated that the British actor has inspired several of Swift's tracks, such as "Gorgeous" and "Dress." He told The Sunday Times that he found being the subject of his girlfriend's songs to be "flattering."
The "Lover" singer and "Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk" actor proved they were going strong with uncharacteristically open public displays of affection at the 2020 Golden Globe Awards and after-party on Sunday.
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Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn have successfully kept their relationship clouded in mystery for more than three years.

Unlike the 30-year-old singer's past relationships with stars like Joe Jonas, Calvin Harris, and Tom Hiddleston, Swift's romance with Alwyn has evolved behind closed doors and far away from cameras.

From wearing disguises to dodging press questions about each other, the "Love Story" singer and the "Mary Queen of Scots" actor have put forth a valiant effort to keep their romance out of the spotlight, which has only further fascinated outsiders.

Fans have clung to each lyric, appearance, and photograph of the couple in the hopes of gaining insight into their relationship. Several of Swift's tracks including "Gorgeous" and "Dress" have ignited speculation about the songs' subject matter and led to theories about the relationship.

Most recently, Swift and Alwyn showed a rare glimpse of PDA at the 2020 Golden Globes, confirming that their private relationship has been going strong — and remains as airtight as ever.

Here's everything we know about Swift and Alwyn's romance.

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Alwyn posted photos of Swift's cat, Benjamin Button, confirming that the couple was self-isolating together during the coronavirus pandemic.

Joe Alwyn shared a photo of Taylor Swift's cat, Benjamin Button. Dominik Bind/Getty Images; Joe Alwyn/Instagram

During a surprise appearance at the 2020 NME Awards, Swift publicly kissed Alwyn.

Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn have been dating for three years. SOPA Images/Getty Images; Splash News

Swift's Netflix documentary was released in January 2020, and Alwyn shows his face in one scene.

Taylor Swift hugged Joe Alwyn after one of her shows on the Reputation Stadium Tour. Tremolo Productions/Netflix

The couple made a rare public appearance together at the 2020 Golden Globes.

Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn sat together at the 2020 Golden Globe Awards. Steve Granitz/WireImage; Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images

In an August 2019 interview with The Guardian, Swift refused to open up about Alwyn, saying "our relationship isn't up for discussion."

Taylor Swift released her album "Lover" in 2019. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

The "Cats" actress strolled into a BAFTA after-party with Alwyn instead of attending the 2019 Grammys.

Joe Alwyn and Taylor Swift attended a BAFTA after-party. Ricky Vigil/Getty Images

Swift included a journal entry about their relationship with one of the deluxe editions of her 2019 album "Lover."

Taylor Swift debuted her highly anticipated album "Lover" on August 23. Republic Records

Swift's 2019 song "Cruel Summer" hinted that she grappled with feelings for the actor before they started dating — when she was still with Tom Hiddleston.

Taylor Swift dated Tom Hiddleston before she became involved with Joe Alwyn. Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images, Taylor Hill/FilmMagic, and Cindy Ord/Getty Images

Alwyn told The Sunday Times that he found it "flattering" that Swift used him as inspiration for her music.

Joe Alwyn attended the 2020 Golden Globes. Steve Granitz / Contributor / Getty Images

Swift promoted Alwyn's movie "The Favourite" in a November 2018 Instagram post.

Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn were in New York City in 2018. Jackson Lee/Getty Images

Alwyn and Swift haven't posted an Instagram photo together, however they both posed in the exact same spot.

Joe Alwyn and Taylor Swift shared Instagram posts taken in the same location. Joe Alwyn/Instagram; Taylor Swift/Instagram

Her 2018 cover of Earth, Wind & Fire's song "September" dropped a hint about their romance.

Taylor Swift recently released her seventh studio album, "Lover." Dave Hogan/ABA/Getty Images

Ed Sheeran, who's close friends with Swift, expressed his approval of the relationship in October 2017.

Ed Sheeran and Taylor Swift have been friends since 2012. Anna Webber/Getty Images

From the time that the couple met, fans have speculated that the "Boy Erased" actor has served as a muse for Swift's work.

Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn began dating in 2016. John Salangsang/Invision/AP; Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images

The "Delicate" singer reportedly wore disguises to remain incognito during the early stages of their relationship.

Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn were photographed by the paparazzi. Jackson Lee/Getty Images

Swift and Alwyn separately attended the same private Kings of Leon concert in New York City in October 2016.

Taylor Swift and Dakota Johnson attended a private Kings of Leon concert in 2016. Raymond Hall/Getty Images

Fans speculate that they first met at the 2016 Met Gala.

Joe Alwyn and Taylor Swift both attended the 2016 Met Gala. Daniele Venturelli/Getty Images; Mike Coppola/Getty Images

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