Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn broke up largely due to differences in their personalities, which became harder to ignore after being together for six years. Taylor is outgoing and vibrant while Joe is introverted, shy, and quiet. Additionally, Joe struggled with the level of fame and public attention that came with dating a superstar like Taylor, especially after the pandemic period when the relationship started under quieter conditions. Taylor initiated the breakup around March 2023 because she had doubts about their long-term compatibility. Both realized they were not completely right for each other despite their deep connection and hoped to remain friendly in the future.