Actor Joe Alwyn has opened up about the "difficulties" he faced following his split with Taylor Swift. The Conversations with Friends star, who was in a relationship with the 34-year-old pop sensation from 2016 to 2023, reflected on their breakup when probed about whether Swift's latest album 'The Tortured Poets Department' drew inspiration from their separation. Speaking to The Sunday Times Style Magazine, he shared insights into the challenges that arose from the conclusion of his "loving, fully committed relationship".
Alwyn told the publication: "In thinking on what I was going to say, I would think and hope that anyone and everyone can empathise. ..
. This isn't a direct answer to your question, but just thinking about what I want to talk about." MORE ON TAYLOR: Everything you need to know about Taylor Swift's Eras Tour in Cardiff EVEN MORE TAYLOR : Get your limited edition Taylor Swift OK! glossy mag here He continued, expressing his desire for empathy and understanding from others regarding the end of a significant relationship: "I would hope that anyone and everyone can empathise and understand the difficulties that come with the end of a long, loving, fully committed relationship of over six and a half years.
That is a hard thing to navigate." The 'Stars At Noon' star also touched upon the unique pressures of dealing with a breakup in the limelight, especially given that both he and Swift are high-profile figures. He lamented the speed at which personal matters become.
