Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun Spark Romance Amid Swift’s Shade

A new romance appears to be blossoming between actress Sydney Sweeney and music executive Scooter Braun, amid speculation that the couple’s connection may create ripples in the ongoing rivalry between Braun and singer Taylor Swift. Photos published by Page Six show Sweeney and Braun holding hands in New York City on Sunday, fueling reports of their relationship being “very real” and “full throttle.” Sweeney, 28, donned a stylish longsleeve top paired with a gray pinstripe dress, while Braun, 44, opted for a casual look featuring a New York Jets hat and green pants.

Sources indicate that the couple has been spotted together on multiple occasions, including dinner dates and a recent outing at Hollywood Horror Nights with Sweeney’s parents. Notably, Braun attended Sweeney’s recent space-themed birthday celebration, where she paid homage to Britney Spears in her costume. Their relationship reportedly began in August, following their meeting at the wedding of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez in Italy.

Sweeney’s Rising Star and Recent Achievements

Sweeney is currently promoting her boxing biopic, “Christy,” where she portrays real-life boxer Christy Martin. She recently received an Achievement in Acting award at the Hamptons International Film Festival for her performance. During a Q&A session at the festival, Sweeney remarked, “I try to lose myself completely for a role, so I try not to carry any of my own stuff into their life. But I honestly learned so much from Christy that I applied to myself.”

Earlier this year, Sweeney ended her engagement to longtime fiancé Jonathan Davino, while Braun divorced his ex-wife Yael Cohen in 2021. Braun is notable for managing high-profile artists like Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande through his company, SB Projects. He also founded Schoolboy Records and Ithaca Holdings, the latter of which acquired Big Machine Records in 2019, leading to a well-publicized dispute with Swift regarding her music catalog.

Swift’s New Album References Rivalry with Braun

In a twist of fate, Swift’s new album, “The Life of a Showgirl,” released on October 13, 2023, seemingly alludes to her ongoing conflict with Braun. The track “Father Figure,” interpolates George Michael’s classic and contains lyrics that suggest betrayal by a mentor or boss. Lines such as, “They don’t make loyalty like they used to,” have resonated with fans who believe the song references her tumultuous relationship with Braun, particularly following his refusal to sell her music rights in 2020 without stringent conditions.

“You want a fight, you found it / I got the place surrounded,” Swift sings, adding fuel to the fire of speculation surrounding her music and personal life.

Upon Swift obtaining control of her masters in May 2023, Braun expressed his support in a brief statement: “I am happy for her.” Meanwhile, the release of “The Life of a Showgirl” has been a commercial success, selling 2.7 million copies on its first day and breaking records for vinyl album sales.

As the public watches the unfolding dynamic between Sweeney, Braun, and Swift, it remains to be seen how these relationships will evolve in the entertainment landscape. The intersection of personal and professional lives continues to captivate fans and observers alike.