Joe Alwyn

Joe Alwyn is an English actor and songwriter best known for his breakout film role and high-profile relationship with Taylor Swift. Born Joseph Matthew Alwyn on 21 February 1991 in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, he was raised in North London and developed an early interest in acting Source 1.

Alwyn trained at the National Theatre before studying at the University of Bristol and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) Source 2. He made his feature-film debut in 2016’s Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk and went on to star in The Favourite (2018), Harriet (2019), and the 2022 series Conversations with Friends. He also co-wrote several tracks on Taylor Swift’s albums Folklore and Evermore.

Alwyn and Swift dated for six years until their April 2023 split. Since then, he has maintained an exceptionally low profile, posting fewer than 80 times on Instagram with no official bio Source 5. In a June 2024 interview, he described the breakup as “a hard thing” Source 7.

His upcoming projects include the eight-part espionage series Legacy of Spies (BBC/MGM+), in which he will portray MI6 agent Jim Prideaux Source 10. Recent rumors suggest he was spotted on a date in New York with actress Sarah Pidgeon Source 4.

FAQ

When was Joe Alwyn born?
21 February 1991.

What is Joe Alwyn best known for?
His breakout role in Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk and his six-year relationship with Taylor Swift.

Has Joe Alwyn spoken about his breakup with Taylor Swift?
Yes; in a June 2024 interview he called the split “a hard thing.”

What upcoming project is Joe Alwyn filming?
He will portray MI6 agent Jim Prideaux in the espionage thriller Legacy of Spies.

Is Joe Alwyn dating anyone new?
He has been linked to actress Sarah Pidgeon after being spotted together in New York.

Does Joe Alwyn have an active social-media presence?
His Instagram (@joe.alwyn) has 963 K followers but contains only 75 posts and no bio.