Joe Alwyn, Taylor Swift’s ex-boyfriend, has found himself at the center of a new controversy after old photos resurfaced, reigniting tensions among Swifties and drawing attention to his past relationship with the pop superstar. The drama, which unfolded just days ago on March 29, 2025, stems from a picture showing Alwyn at the Chiltern Firehouse hotel in London in June 2024—a venue where Swift and her current boyfriend, Travis Kelce, were spotted together the previous day. The timing of the photos has sparked a heated debate among fans, with some labeling Alwyn’s actions as “creepy,” while others defend him, arguing the situation has been blown out of proportion.

The resurfaced image, first reported by The News on March 29, 2025, shows Alwyn exiting the Chiltern Firehouse, a well-known celebrity hotspot, just 48 hours after Swift and Kelce were seen there following one of Swift’s Eras Tour shows in London. According to The Times of India on the same day, Alwyn was attending a private Gucci event at the venue, which also hosted stars like Salma Hayek and Ryan Gosling. However, this explanation hasn’t stopped some Swift fans from speculating about his intentions. “It’s creepy that he’d go to the same place Taylor was at with Travis,” one fan commented on X, reflecting a sentiment shared by others who see the timing as suspicious. The backlash has been intense, with some Swifties accusing Alwyn of lingering in Swift’s orbit despite their breakup in April 2023.

On the other hand, Alwyn has garnered support from those who argue the criticism is unfair. “How’s that creepy if it wasn’t the same day?” one user wrote on X, pointing out the 48-hour gap between the sightings. Another fan defended Alwyn’s presence, noting, “He was at a private Gucci event with multiple celebrities—what was he supposed to do? Tell them to change the location just because his ex had dinner there the night before?” This perspective highlights the logistical reality of celebrity life, where overlapping social circles and event venues are common, especially at a place as popular as the Chiltern Firehouse.

The controversy comes at a time when Swift and Kelce’s relationship is under intense public scrutiny. The couple, who began dating in August 2023, has been keeping a low profile recently, with reports of private date nights in Utah and Montana. Their decision to adopt a puppy together, as noted by The Times of India on March 29, 2025, has fueled speculation about deeper commitments, with some insiders suggesting it’s a “trial run” for a future family. Meanwhile, Alwyn has largely stayed out of the spotlight since his split from Swift, focusing on his acting career, including his role in the Oscar-nominated film The Brutalist. His appearance at the 2025 Oscars, where he wore a brooch reminiscent of one Kelce sported at Super Bowl LIX, had already stirred debate among fans, with some accusing him of copying Kelce’s style.

This latest incident underscores the lingering tension between Swift’s past and present relationships. While Alwyn has not publicly addressed the controversy, his comments in a March 2025 interview with Yahoo suggest he’s focused on moving forward, stating, “We’re talking about something that’s a while ago now in my life.” Swift and Kelce, too, have remained silent on the matter, seemingly content to let their relationship speak for itself. As the drama unfolds, it’s clear that the public’s fascination with Swift’s love life—past and present—shows no signs of fading. Whether this controversy will have lasting repercussions for Alwyn remains to be seen, but for now, it’s a stark reminder of the challenges of navigating fame in the shadow of a global superstar.