Taylor Swift Sidesteps Awkward Encounter with Ex John Mayer at Paul McCartney Show

The two musicians were spotted separately at the same concert in Los Angeles.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 11:57am

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Taylor Swift, 36, and her ex-boyfriend John Mayer, 48, were both in attendance at a Paul McCartney concert in Los Angeles on Saturday night, but they managed to avoid an awkward run-in, according to photos obtained by TMZ. The 'Lover' singer was seen briefly chatting with other guests at the Fonda Theater in Hollywood, while Mayer was also spotted talking to people separately.

Why it matters

Swift and Mayer dated briefly in the late 2000s, and their relationship has been the subject of much public speculation and scrutiny over the years, with Swift widely believed to have written songs about Mayer following their split. This latest encounter at the McCartney concert highlights the continued public interest in the former couple's relationship and dynamics.

The details

According to the reports, Swift and Mayer were both present at the Paul McCartney concert at the Fonda Theater in Hollywood on Saturday night. While they were seen talking to other guests separately, they did not appear to interact with each other directly, avoiding what could have been an uncomfortable situation given their romantic history.

  • The concert took place on Saturday, March 29, 2026.

The players

Taylor Swift

A 36-year-old singer-songwriter known for her hit songs and high-profile relationships, including a past relationship with John Mayer.

John Mayer

A 48-year-old singer-songwriter who previously dated Taylor Swift in the late 2000s.

Paul McCartney

A legendary British musician and member of the iconic band The Beatles, who was performing a concert in Los Angeles that was attended by both Swift and Mayer.

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What they’re saying

“I never disclose who my songs are about,”

— Taylor Swift

The takeaway

This incident highlights the continued public fascination with the personal lives and relationships of high-profile celebrities like Taylor Swift and John Mayer, even years after their own relationship has ended. It also demonstrates the care that celebrities must take to avoid potentially awkward public encounters with former partners.