The Mystery Behind Taylor Swift Fans' 'Yogurt Boy' Nickname for Joe Alwyn

Why Do Taylor Swift Fans Call Joe Alwyn Yogurt Boy Nickname Explained

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It's possible that Joe Alwyn is still working at that yogurt shop.

Although it may seem unlikely, the actor has been making even fewer public appearances since his breakup with Taylor Swift in April 2023. It appears that Alwyn has mostly disappeared from the public eye (though some may argue he was never really in it to begin with).

Fans on social media are cautioning "yogurt boy" to lay low with Swift's new album, The Tortured Poets Department, on the horizon. It is believed that he may be the inspiration behind several of the songs.

Alwyn, also known as "yb" for short, has had some successes recently. However, in the world of Swifties on social media, those victories seem to have been overshadowed and forgotten.

The nickname or insult originated from one of Swift's songs. In the song "Invisible String" from her 2020 album Folklore, she sings about the color of someone's shirt when they were sixteen and working at a yogurt shop to make money.

Alwyn shared in a previous interview that he used to work at Snogs’ Frozen Yogurt in London. All the employees there wore the same teal polo with the company logo.

During a January 2020 interview with Red Magazine, he mentioned, “I did have this one job in London. Do you know that frozen yogurt place, Snog?” He described his time working there as “exceptional,” although it's unclear if he was joking or being serious.

When Taylor Swift wrote "Invisible String," little did she know that the yogurt shop reference would later be linked to her ex. Some fans even speculate that she has magical powers, suggesting it was all part of her clever plan.

Swift and Alwyn were in a relationship for six years before their breakup was confirmed. Joe Alwyn, known for his role in "Conversations With Friends," made his first public appearance post-split in May 2023. He was seen attending a dinner during the Cannes Film Festival.

Alwyn resurfaced months later, making an appearance on the red carpet at the GQ Men of the Year Awards in November 2023.

In terms of future sightings, Alwyn is set to star in the upcoming Yorgos Lanthimos film "Kinds of Kindness," which could mean a promotional tour is on the horizon. Given his previous reluctance to talk about Swift while they were together, it's likely that he will not be addressing his ex's new album or the "yogurt boy" controversy.

Editor's P/S:

Joe Alwyn's public appearances have become increasingly rare since his breakup with Taylor Swift, leading to speculation that he may be trying to avoid attention ahead of the release of her new album. Fans, known as Swifties, believe that several songs on "The Tortured Poets Department" may be inspired by their relationship. Alwyn's former employment at a yogurt shop has become a topic of interest due to its mention in Swift's song "Invisible String." The nickname "yogurt boy" has been used by some fans to refer to him, adding to the intrigue surrounding his current whereabouts.

Despite his relative obscurity, Alwyn has achieved some success in recent years. However, his accomplishments seem to have been overshadowed by the ongoing discussion about his past relationship with Swift. It remains to be seen whether Alwyn will address the rumors surrounding "The Tortured Poets Department" or the "yogurt boy" controversy. His upcoming role in "Kinds of Kindness" may provide an opportunity for him to make a more public appearance, but it is likely that he will continue to maintain a low profile.