Taylor Swift's fans always get excited when her boyfriend Travis Kelce shows up at one of her performances, but one of her exes showed his support for the "Cruel Summer" superstar on Monday, August 19. Taylor Lautner, who the "I Can Do It With A Broken Heart" songstress famously dated in 2009, attended her Wembley Stadium performance in London.
The Twilight star, 32, was wearing a white T-shirt, and fans were quick to note that he wore the friendship bracelets that have become a hallmark of Eras Tour performances. The actor shared his own pic of the bracelets on his Instagram story on August 19.
This isn't the first time that Lautner has cheered on Swift, 33, since her record-shattering tour began. The actor and dancer appeared onstage in Kansas City when Swift premiered her music video for "I Can See You," which stars Lautner and actresses Presley Cash and Joey King. Lautner surprised fans and even Swift for herself with a double cartwheel on the stage, which he said "wasn't planned." The appearance also coincided with the release of Swift's album Speak Now (Taylor's Version), featuring the breakup ballad "Back To December" that she penned to apologize to Lautner. The exes shared a warm hug onstage, to the delight of the fans.
Swift and Lautner met on the set of the film Valentine's Day, where they played two madly-in-love high school students, and dated in the fall of 2009. In "Back To December," the singer apologizes for her treatment of Lautner, but it seems there are no hard feelings between the famous Taylors. (Lautner is now married to nurse Taylor Dome, who also legally changed her name to Taylor Lautner.)
Fans on X seemed thrilled to see Lautner in the audience at the London show, with some very amused that he was waving directly to the Swifties who tried to take his picture.
On Monday, August 19, the Twilight star and his wife, Tay Lautner, were spotted at Wembley Stadium in London, enjoying yet another Eras Tour concert.
The couple — who tied the knot in 2022 — documented their night out on social media, sharing clips of themselves singing along to some of Swift’s biggest hits.
In one video, Lautner, 31, could be heard belting out to You Belong With Me while his wife grooved to I Knew You Were Trouble. The pair even came prepared with friendship bracelets, fully embracing the concert's spirit.
This isn’t the first time Lautner has supported his ex on her record-breaking tour. In July 2023, he made headlines when the multi-Grammy-winner invited him on stage during her Kansas City show. After some impressive flips down the stage’s runway, Swift praised Lautner, calling him a “very positive force” during the making of her Speak Now album.
“He and his wife have become some of my closest friends,” she shared.
Lautner mirrored the sentiment while reflecting on the iconic moment in a later episode of the Call her Daddy podcast.
“Honestly, I would say one of the greater things to happen in my life over the last year is the rekindling of our friendship,” Lautner expressed.
“I think when you respect somebody for who they are, like in their soul, it allows you to move on, forgive and continue that love in a different way,” he reflected.
While the possibility of a performance with Lautner is unlikely, fans are undoubtedly thrilled to see the continued friendship between the two Taylors. This heartwarming moment adds another layer to the already magical Eras Tour, showcasing the power of enduring friendships and the joy of celebrating shared history with loved ones.
Taylor Lautner at the Eras Tour: A Sign of Respect and Friendship
Taylor Lautner's appearance at the Eras Tour is a testament to the respectful and amicable relationship he maintains with his ex-girlfriend. His presence at the Wembley show, particularly after his previous onstage appearance, demonstrates a genuine desire to support Taylor Swift's career and celebrate her success. This public display of friendship is a refreshing contrast to the often-bitter breakups that plague the entertainment industry, highlighting the possibility of maintaining healthy relationships even after romantic paths diverge.
