Tom Hiddleston experienced an unexpected moment of discomfort during a recent live radio interview when his ex-girlfriend, Taylor Swift, was suddenly mentioned.
The 43-year-old British actor was enthusiastically talking about his passion for sports and his interest in reading sports journalists’ work when the host abruptly shifted the conversation toward Swift.
The host referenced the singer’s latest appearance on her boyfriend Travis Kelce’s podcast, New Heights, noting, “We did just find out — Taylor Swift, big fan of a sourdough recipe blog. Very, very specific, but I see how you could get into that.”
The comment caught Hiddleston off guard, as the Loki star froze momentarily, muttered a quiet “Hmm,” and nodded, visibly trying to mask his reaction.
Thankfully, his co-star Karen Gillan was quick to ease the tension, joking, “I feel like that could be some kind of Easter egg though. Like something to do with the Super Bowl.” Hiddleston responded with humor, replying, “You have a deep knowledge of the NFL,” to redirect the conversation.
Hiddleston and Swift’s brief but widely publicized romance back in 2016 lasted just three months, yet it generated massive media attention at the time. The actor has since moved forward in his personal life, getting engaged to actress Zawe Ashton in 2022, with whom he shares a child.
Meanwhile, Swift is happily dating Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce. Their high-profile relationship continues to capture headlines, especially following Swift’s successful guest appearance on New Heights, which became the most-watched episode in the podcast’s history.
Although the radio interview moment was undeniably awkward, it showcased Hiddleston’s composure and quick wit in handling an uncomfortable situation. Fans on social media have since praised both him and Gillan for turning an awkward slip into a lighthearted exchange.
With Swift and Hiddleston now firmly established in different chapters of their lives, the brief reminder of their past romance only added an unexpected twist to the actor’s otherwise smooth interview.