Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran are two of the most famous, successful, and decorated musicians of their generation. Between them, they have 15 Grammy Awards and have played live to millions of fans; they also have a combined Instagram following of about 250 million. But to one another, they’re just best friends who tease each other, support each other, and write music together.
Their friendship goes back a decade to when Sheeran found out Swift was a fan. They wrote some music together, and the rest, as they say, is history. In fact, Swift even had a hand in helping Ed get together with his now-wife, Cherry, after years of missed connections. Talk about a best friend who truly has your back!
Over the years, Sheeran and Swift have taken dozens of cute photos and videos together, and they’re always quick to share a kind word or two one another. Whether it’s thanking the other during an award-show speech or shouting them out on social media, the praise never stops. And when it comes to the music they make together – well, it’s simply stunning. You can’t go wrong with such talented artists in the room.
For more details on this sweet friendship, keep reading.
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December 2012: Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran Perform at Z100 Jingle Ball Together
For their first live performance together, the two hit the stage in New York City at Z100’s Jingle Ball, held at Madison Square Garden.
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September 2013: Ed Sheeran Goes on Tour With Taylor Swift
After realizing how well they work together and how much they enjoy each other’s company, Swift to invite Sheeran out on her “Red” tour. He joined her on stage from time to time, including when he dressed up as a clown at the closing show in Nashville.
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January 2014: Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran Buddy Up at the Grammys
With their friendship in full swing, Swift and Sheeran hung out at industry events and often championed each other’s work. They posed for photos at the 2014 Grammys, among other events.
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February 2014: Ed Sheeran Pops Up at Taylor Swift's London Concert
When Swift took her “Red” tour overseas, she picked up a different opening act – but that didn’t stop best buddy Sheeran from popping into the London show to duet with his pal.
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December 2014: Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran Both Perform at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
At the end of 2014, both Swift and Sheeran were tapped to perform at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, which was held in London that year.
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February 2016: Ed Sheeran and Taylor Swift Support Each Other at the Grammys
The two made a cute pair at the 2016 Grammy Awards, where both took home a couple of new trophies.
