Fans are interested in learning more about Taylor Swift and Jack Antonoff’s friendship after Antonoff recently made an appearance on stage with the pop icon at the Wembley Stadium. The two have worked with each other on some of Swift’s most popular albums.
So are Taylor Swift and Jack Antonoff still close friends? And how long have they known each other? Here’s everything you need to know.
Are Taylor Swift and Jack Antonoff friends?
Yes, Taylor Swift and Jack Antonoff are friends.
Over the years, both Swift and Antonoff have openly spoken about and displayed their bond and affection for each other. For instance, Antonoff showcased his support for Swift during her masters battle with Scooter Braun by posting on X (formerly Twitter), “herbs, don’t f**k with artists.” This was after Swift posted a lengthy Tumblr post where she detailed how Braun troubled and bullied her and fought with her for rights to her music.
Later, in an appearance on The What Podcast by Barry Couter and Bryan Stone, Antonoff struck back at Damon Albarn’s comments to Los Angeles Times about how Taylor Swift did not write her own music. In an interview with The New Yorker, Antonoff credited Swift for helping launch his music producer career.
Meanwhile, Swift has praised Antonoff’s versatility as a musician in an interview with The New York Times in 2017. “He’s an absolute joy. That’s why everyone loves him,” the singer said. “I personally wouldn’t trust someone who didn’t.” She also attended Antonoff’s wedding to actress Margaret Qualley (via People). Furthermore, the “Bad Blood” singer also name-dropped Antonoff in her new album, The Tortured Poets Department.
How long have Taylor Swift and Jack Antonoff been friends?
Taylor Swift and Jack Antonoff have been friends for more than 11 years.
Swift and Antonoff reportedly first met each other at the MTV European Music Awards in November 2012 and met again in December that year at the GRAMMY Nominations Concert (via People). The two later went on to work together on Swift’s single “Sweeter Than Fiction.” The pop star then enlisted him as a producer for her album, 1989. She subsequently continued working with him on various other albums like Reputation, Lover, Folklore, Evermore, and Midnights, among more.
