Navigating the Spotlight: How Matty Healy is Handling the Buzz Around Taylor Swift’s ‘TTPD’.
Despite the media frenzy, Healy has chosen to focus on his new relationship and personal growth. An insider told Us Weekly that Healy is somewhat uncomfortable with the renewed attention on his past relationship with Swift, particularly as he is now in a new relationship.
Healy, 35, began dating model Gabbriette Bechtel in September 2023, following his split from Swift, 34, in June of the same year. Their brief romance came after Swift ended her long-standing relationship with Joe Alwyn in April 2023. Rumors about Healy and Swift first surfaced in 2014, and their reunion last year, though short-lived, seemingly influenced several songs on Swift’s new album.
In an interview with the Daily Mail, Healy’s aunt, Debbie Dedes, emphasized his happiness in his new relationship, stating, “He’s very happy in his new relationship, so I’m sure he will be focusing on that.”
Swift’s fans, known as Swifties, are convinced that songs like “The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived” and “I Can Fix Him (No Really, I Can)” are about Healy. They have taken to social media platforms, like X (formerly known as Twitter), to share their theories.
Despite the speculation, a source revealed that Healy felt “relief” following the album’s release. He was reportedly nervous about what Swift might have said on the album but was content with how the songs turned out.
Healy’s family had concerns that Swift’s tracks might portray him negatively. However, Healy has managed to navigate the spotlight well. An insider mentioned, “Matty has struggled with life in the public eye, and he’s been doing really well, but the last thing that he needs is for every Swiftie in the world to think he’s a villain.”
Swift’s team reportedly gave Healy a heads-up about the album’s content before its release, which he appreciated. When asked about his thoughts on the album by a paparazzo on April 24, Healy responded, “I haven’t really listened to that much of it, but I’m sure it’s good.”.