Singer Gracie Abrams is facing criticism after posting a photo of Joe Alwyn, the ex-boyfriend of Taylor Swift, in a social media carousel detailing her outfit as a guest at Swift's wedding. The inclusion of Alwyn's image, taken from the 2018 film "The Favourite," alongside Abrams's own wedding attire has been labeled "weird and unnecessary" by some fans.
Abrams, who performed as an opener for Swift's Eras Tour and collaborated with her on the song "Us," attended Swift's wedding to Travis Kelce, which took place over the weekend at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Abrams shared images of her Chanel dress from the event, but also included a still of Alwyn from the film. The post was further complicated when Alwyn himself liked the image carousel.
Fans, referred to as "Swifties," expressed their confusion and disapproval in the comments section of Abrams's post. Many questioned the decision to include a picture of Swift's former partner, especially without any explanation. Comments included sentiments like, "How do you go to her wedding then post about her ex? No congratulations," and "Why would you include a photo of Joe?"
Joe Alwyn and Taylor Swift were in a relationship for over six years, ending in early 2023. Swift began dating Travis Kelce later that year, and they announced their engagement the following year. The wedding ceremony itself was attended by a wide array of celebrities from the music, film, and sports industries, including Jack Antonoff, Dua Lipa, Selena Gomez, Ed Sheeran, Camila Cabello, and the Haim sisters.