A New York Times op-ed speculating about Taylor Swift’s sexuality is the culmination of a fervent fandom committed to the conspiracy theory of the singer’s queerness.
But when did we forget about boundaries? WORDS BY ZOYA RAZA-SHEIKH HEADER DESIGN BY YOSEF PHELAN As a long-term Swiftie, I’m familiar with the lore surrounding the work and public persona of Taylor Swift.
Whether it’s ‘No, it’s Becky’ fandom jokes on Tumblr to the TikTok drama around Swift impersonator Ashley, I’ve seen, heard and read it all.
And while we talk a lot about one-sided parasocial relationships, the artist has always closely engaged with her fandom – sending hand-written letters to devotees and even inviting them over to listening parties in her house.