Kaylah Walton
On May 29, Taylor Swift enjoyed an evening at Via Carota in New York City, making a rare public appearance alongside actress Dakota Johnson. The pop icon was accompanied by her brother, Austin Swift, and Dakota’s brother, Jesse Johnson, at the trendy West Village eatery popular with Hollywood stars. Although Swift often visits this locale with friends like Jack Antonoff, Sophie Turner, and Margaret Qualley, this marked her first sighting there with Johnson, rekindling interest in their friendship.
While Swift and Johnson aren’t often seen together, their friendship spans several years. In 2016, Cara Delevingne wished Johnson a happy birthday with a post that featured a FaceTime call with Swift. More recently, during her Saturday Night Live monologue in January 2024, Johnson expressed her respect for Swift, calling her “the most influential person in America.” In a March interview, she proudly identified as a Swiftie, praising the artist’s dedication, songwriting talent, and compassion towards her fans.
Swift’s dinner with Johnson comes amid ongoing speculation about her friendship with Blake Lively. The Gossip Girl star is currently facing legal issues with actor Justin Baldoni regarding their film It Ends With Us, and reports indicate this conflict may have affected her relationship with Swift. Baldoni’s legal team alleged that Lively tried to use Swift’s celebrity status in the dispute, even suggesting she pressured the singer for public support. Although Swift was initially called to testify, the request was later rescinded, yet rumors of discord between her and Lively linger.
Everything Seems Alright
Regardless of the swirling rumors, Swift looked upbeat during her outing, sporting a stylish floral dress paired with Christian Louboutin shoes. Johnson matched her elegant style in an all-black outfit, enhanced by a trendy cropped leather jacket. Their casual dinner indicates that Swift is still nurturing her connections in Hollywood, even amidst reports about her evolving friendships.
Fans have closely monitored Swift’s social engagements as she has kept a relatively low profile lately. While she has been preoccupied with her historic Eras Tour and her relationship with Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce, the dinner with Johnson illustrates that she still prioritizes time with old friends. Johnson, who recently became a global ambassador for the Italian jewelry brand Roberto Coin, has also been engaged in various film endeavors and projects.
As Swift navigates her shifting friendships amid public attention, her recent dinner with Johnson highlights that she remains well-connected within the Hollywood elite. Whether this outing signifies a strengthening friendship or merely a long-awaited meeting, fans will continue to observe how her social dynamics develop.
