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Taylor Swift has been linked with several men throughout her life, and her songwriting often reflects her break-ups. Currently, she has been dating NFL football star Travis Kelce since 2023. Let's take a look at the ex-boyfriends she had before him.
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Before Taylor Swift became famous, she lived a normal teenage life and was already writing music in high school. Her song "Tim McGraw" is said to be about her first boyfriend, Brandon Borello. They broke up when he went to college. She also briefly dated 'Hannah Montana' star Lucas Till in 2009 after he appeared in her music video "You Belong With Me," but they decided to stay friends after a few dates.
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In one interview, Taylor Swift famously remarked, "If men don't want me to write songs about them, they shouldn't behave badly." Joe Jonas, another of Swift's ex-boyfriends, reportedly ended their relationship over the phone in a mere 27 seconds. Understandably, Swift expressed her feelings through several songs dedicated to him, such as "Mr. Perfectly Fine," "Better Than Revenge," and "Forever and Always."
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In 2009, Taylor Swift and Taylor Lautner briefly sparked a romance, but it ended swiftly. Nevertheless, they appear to have maintained a good relationship over the years. Taylor Lautner is now happily married and even made an appearance in the music video for Swift's song "I Can See You (Taylor's Version)."
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When it comes to relationships, John Mayer is known for his connections with various women. In 2009, Taylor Swift briefly dated the musician. Mayer has also been linked with other stars like Katy Perry, Kim Kardashian, and Jennifer Aniston in the past.
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Jake Gyllenhaal and Taylor Swift dated for a brief period of just under three months between 2010 and 2011. Reports suggest that the actor initiated the breakup, purportedly citing the significant age difference between them as a factor.
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Following her relationship with Jake Gyllenhaal, Taylor Swift briefly dated Conor Kennedy, who is the great-nephew of the renowned American president John F. Kennedy. However, their romance was also short-lived.
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Harry Styles and Taylor Swift were a couple between 2012 and 2013. But there was no happy ending there either ...
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Between 2015 and 2016, Taylor Swift was in a relationship with DJ Calvin Harris. Following their breakup, the two engaged in a public dispute. It was not a happy ending to their relationship.
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In 2016, actor Tom Hiddleston briefly dated Taylor Swift. However, their relationship ended shortly after it became public. They were reportedly together for only three months.
Taylor Swift has had quite a few men by her side in her life. The singer is certainly feared by some for processing the break-ups in various songs.
Taylor Swift has been dating footballer Travis Kelce since 2023. We show you which ex-boyfriends she had before him.