Margaret Qualley Awkwardly Reacts to Taylor Swift Album Question

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If you want details on Taylor Swift‘s album, you’re on your own, kid. 

Margaret Qualley, who is wed to Grammy winner Jack Antonoff’s longtime partner, exhibited noticeable discomfort when inquired if she possessed any information regarding Taylor’s upcoming album titled “The Life of a Showgirl“, scheduled for release on October 3rd.

During his interview on the Today show on August 14th, the actor from Substance admitted that he wasn’t familiar with anything regarding the upcoming music. However, he expressed eagerness for everyone to enjoy the tunes when they become available.

However, when Today co-host Craig Melvin did not ask any further questions about the topic today, Margaret, aged 30, simply nodded, chuckled awkwardly, and responded, “Alright.

To be truthful, I can’t say for certain that the actress portraying Maid isn’t well-versed in the world of a Showgirl. Recall, Taylor herself has disclosed that she didn’t collaborate with Margaret’s spouse Jack on this project; instead, her partnership was with producers Max Martin and Shellback, who have previously worked together on chart-toppers like “Blank Space,” “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together,” and “…Ready For It?.

During my whirlwind tour in Stockholm, there I was, starstruck when the legendary Max Martin made a surprise appearance at my show! On August 13th, during an episode of Travis Kelce’s New Heights podcast, I shared this exciting encounter. I found myself engrossed in conversation with him, and before I knew it, I was pleading, “If only we could team up again, Max, I just know we could hit a home run!

The concept led to a unique, fresh encounter for her. In her own words, “We hadn’t ever created an album solely with the three of us before. It truly felt like capturing lightning in a jar, if you will.

However, just because Taylor and Jack aren’t working together at the moment doesn’t imply any sort of tension or disagreement between them. Instead, they have a long-standing collaboration history, with Aaron Dessner as their frequent partner in creating albums like “The Tortured Poets Department,” “Midnights,” “Folklore,” and “Evermore.

Indeed, all the way back in May, Taylor Swift and another individual had a heartwarming occasion to mark the time when she regained control of the masters for her initial six albums – namely, “Taylor Swift”, “Fearless”, “Speak Now”, “Red”, “1989” and “Reputation”. This was after a prolonged struggle that lasted for years.

On August 14th, Jack, who married Margaret in the year 2023, was seated at a kitchen counter. Taylor, standing behind him, cradled their cat Benjamin and belted out the lyrics to “Getaway Car,” a song they co-wrote for the album ‘Reputation’. This video was posted somewhere.

Captioning the adorable clip, the Bleachers frontman wrote, “rep forever guilt free listening!”

For everything there is to know about Taylor’s Life of a Showgirl album, keep reading. 

In the tale of their connection, Travis Kelce caught Taylor Swift’s attention when he voiced his disappointment about not being able to give her a friendship bracelet with his number on it during the Eras Tour stop at Arrowhead Stadium in July 2023, as discussed on the New Heights podcast.

As Taylor states, Travis apparently didn’t initiate contact with her team for arranging a potential encounter from the get-go.

In the August 2025 episode of New Heights, she playfully remarked, “Since he’s acquainted with the elevator attendant, he assumed he could chat her up about accessing my dressing room.” Essentially, he was saying, “I have a connection. I can handle this situation.

As for the friendship bracelet, Taylor said she’s still “never seen the original.”

Travis explained the specific instance when he decided he wanted to court Taylor, sharing on his podcast that “If I hadn’t gone to that concert, been spellbound and captivated, then left with such a longing to meet you, I wouldn’t have shared with everyone how upset I was.

The athlete, captivated by his fascination with Taylor, expressed, “Look at the electricity you generate on the field, enough to electrify an entire stadium. When we’re in a private setting, it feels as if we’ve been friends for years.

It was a sentiment shared by Taylor, who responded, “I felt the same exact way about you.”

“Whatever Andy Reid says, we’re gonna stand by,” Taylor responded. “That’s what happened.”

It’s known that her father, Scott Swift, has a long-standing friendship with the coach of the Kansas City Chiefs. As a result, Andy has been attending her concerts for quite some time.

Taylor stated that Andy often leaves her with a very pleasant impression, as he is similar to her exceptionally sociable father, who is known for his outgoing nature.

Although I wasn’t familiar with the specific sports Andy Reid was playing, it was clear to me that he was a friend of my father. Now, I realize that he is renowned as one of the greatest and most iconic coaches in history.

In the end, Andy backed Travis wholeheartedly, and many members of Taylor’s circle praised him too, once he took the initiative to pursue connections on the show New Heights.

Taylor remembered her cousins exclaiming, “Oh please, oh please, oh please, he’s fantastic!” They weren’t typical remarks, but there were many whispers about you in my ear. It’s unusual for people to be so eager to vouch for someone like that.

As a seasoned lifestyle guide, I’ll confess that during my initial outing with the esteemed Kansas City Chiefs tight end, I stumbled while attempting to engage in a conversation about football – a realm where I’m more accustomed to observing than participating!

Taylor remembered that he genuinely inquired about his friend’s experience during the Super Bowl match between the Chiefs and the Eagles. As he looked across the field, he noticed his brother was just a few feet away from him.

Two years after, Taylor acknowledged that her question about both brothers playing together simultaneously was rather absurd, given they never shared the field due to their respective positions. However, Travis graciously took the time to educate her on the game, sparking in Taylor an enduring interest and love for the sport.

She shared that he had said, “In reality, both of us are playing offensively, but I’m only out there when they have the defense,” to which she had initially assumed that everyone was playing simultaneously.

When announcing her upcoming album titled “The Life of a Showgirl“, set for release on Oct. 3, 2025, Taylor explained that she carefully chose only 12 songs to ensure the album was exceptional in quality and cohesive in theme. Therefore, you can expect no additional tracks added to this collection.

The inspiration was about going “behind the curtain” of the Eras Tour.

Taylor shared that the album reflects the events unfolding within her personal life during the tour, a time marked by intense energy, excitement, and vitality.

She went on to say, “It originated from a incredibly jubilant, untamed, and theatrical part of my life, which is why the bubbling energy can be felt in this album.

During her free time from the tour, Taylor collaborated with hitmakers Max Martin and Shellback in Sweden to develop these catchy hits, such as the main theme song featuring Sabrina Carpenter, who opened for her on The Eras Tour.

Travis confessed that he’s listened to all twelve of the songs, referring to them as “twelve standout tracks.” Among these, the titles include “The Life of a Showgirl,” “The Destiny of Ophelia,” “Elizabeth Taylor,” “Opalite,” “Role Model,” “Eldest Daughter,” “Spoil Friendship,” “True Romance,” “Wishlist,” “Timber,” “Cancelled” and “Honey.

Taylor pointed out that one clear sign is Travis’ long-standing friendship group, as he’s been friends with the same people since he was likely around 4 years old. Moreover, he excels at nurturing friendships and remains incredibly loyal, with his friends reciprocating this loyalty.

After forming a connection with her friends in the NFL section at Arrowhead Stadium, she noted that they were an incredibly funny and entertaining group of individuals.

And Taylor’s game day behavior impressed Travis, too.

He jokingly said, ‘Let’s discuss signs of a good relationship.’ At her first game, which was a Bears match, she walked right into the stadium through the main entrance using the general admission ticket.

Upon making that action, he was instantly certain that she was eager to join Chiefs Kingdom: “It felt as though I thought, ‘She’s totally into this. She’s along for the adventure. She’s here to enjoy herself.’

One more aspect Taylor admires about her NFL player boyfriend is his understanding towards her limited knowledge about football.

She said to Travis, “You always approach people without prejudice, and you didn’t show any bias when I admitted my lack of knowledge about the world you’re familiar with. At that time, I had no idea what a ‘first down’ or a ‘tight end’ referred to.

Meanwhile, as Travis expressed his gratitude for your full immersion into the football realm, Taylor pointed out that you went beyond just diving in.

“I became obsessed with it,” she said. “My friends were like, ‘Who body snatched you?'”

Taylor humorously remarked, “My leisure activities are quite timeless, similar to those from the 1700s.” She enjoys sewing, particularly creating children’s purses and infant blankets. She has a passion for painting and cooking as well.

To be honest, she confessed that her passion for baking changes every half year or so, and during the time of this recording, it was all about sourdough bread which has been consuming most of her time.

Taylor often finds herself making bread and sending messages to her pals asking if they’d like some homemade loaves. She’s deeply involved in sourdough blog communities, discovering that there’s a large group of fellow enthusiasts she hadn’t realized existed before.

 

Taylor Swift, known for her hit song “Blank Space”, revealed that she has been working on a new type of sourdough bread to please Jason and Kylie Kelce’s young daughters Wyatt, Elliotte, Bennett, and Finnley.

She shared that she’s been developing a particular recipe, tailored to the girls who adore anything colorful: it’s Funfetti sourdough bread. The reason is simple – they appreciate sprinkles. When we spend time together, we often include sprinkles in our creations.

Beyond bread, Taylor developed a connection with Jason’s daughters not only with him but also through their shared love for pets – Meredith Grey, Olivia Benson, and Benjamin Button, the cats.

She disclosed that the situation was truly quite an intriguing challenge for her, as once she gathered the children around the cats, it became her mission to show them that they weren’t harmful. To accomplish this, she thought the most effective method was simply to hand them Benjamin, my friendly rag-doll cat, who allows humans to hold him gently, like a baby.

In May 2025, Taylor Swift finally obtained the rights to her initial six albums – including “Taylor Swift,” “Fearless,” “Speak Now,” “Red,” “1989,” and “Reputation” – following a prolonged struggle to secure them.

Instead of involving legal representatives or managers, the artist behind “Bad Blood” opted to have her mother Andrea Swift and brother Austin Swift conduct the negotiations with Shamrock Capital personally.

In her emotional moment, she expressed that her approach is deeply personal. She prefers to be guided by heart rather than logic, especially when dealing with matters such as these. It’s not about owning the asset for its financial benefits alone; instead, it’s a sentimental attachment because the asset contains her life’s handwritten diary entries.

Instead, Taylor shared that she communicated to Shamrock multiple instances where their attempts to acquire the property failed, despite their best efforts in setting up plans and what seemed like a viable solution, only for things not to work out at the final hour.

 

She pointed out the rules of what should and shouldn’t be done. She emphasized that she would never hide Easter eggs relating to her personal life in her work. Instead, they will always revolve around music, perhaps hinting at an upcoming project.

Additionally, although she humorously referred to it as being reminiscent of the Zodiac Killer, Taylor announced that she would continue providing hints as long as her fans find them enjoyable.

She mentioned that for those who are part of the fandom and prefer regular music experiences, Easter eggs would be something they wouldn’t notice, almost as if they aren’t there at all. In other words, she said, “If you’re in-the-know, you won’t see them.

According to Taylor, the idea of having Travis join her on stage all started out as a “bit.”

She shared that the situation seemed like a humorous hypothetical scenario might occur. However, as they discussed it, she noticed a sparkle in his eye, indicating potential interest or amusement.

But for Travis, it was anything but a joke. As he noted, “I was serious in a terrifying fashion.”

 

During the European phase of her Eras Tour, the artist behind “Cruel Summer” collaborated with producers Max Martin and Shellback on her 12th studio album. As Taylor explained, she would travel to Sweden for recording sessions when there were multiple-day gaps in her tour schedule.

She clarified that the album reflected the private emotions and experiences she underwent during the tour, as it was filled with energy, excitement, and vitality on the outside.

That’s why Taylor said the album is filled with “bangers.” 

She explained that the music on this record originated from a time in her life filled with an overwhelmingly joyous, untamed, and intense energy. This exuberance is clearly audible in the final product.

She shared that the cover artwork, captured by photographers Mert Alas and Marcus Piggot (the same duo who worked on her Reputation album shoot), symbolized her emotional state following a late-night bath after concluding her Eras Tour performance.

Later on, you’ll find yourself wide awake past 4 AM, but let me tell you, you navigated through an incredible 50 million hurdles in your performance tonight. Not only that, but you added two more victories to your tally!

As a lifestyle expert, I can relate to the superstar’s desire for a candid “behind-the-scenes” shot instead of the polished stage persona. She finds that this album isn’t primarily about her onstage experiences; rather, it delves deep into the challenges she faced offstage. To me, these choices speak volumes about the true essence of the lyrics in her latest work.

In a straightforward manner, allow me to express: I firmly believe that whatever you introduce to your mind, you’ll absorb. However, what you contribute to the internet, it may ultimately erode. Over the past two decades immersed in the music industry, I must admit, it takes a lot these days to rattle my emotional core.

Actually, Taylor humorously stated, “Even if an article focuses on me or uses my name in the title, it doesn’t necessarily mean it concerns my personal affairs.

Instead of maintaining a very limited presence on social media as a part of fostering a balanced relationship, the singer noted that she often disconnects significantly from the internet.

Last summer of 2025, Taylor stated that she spent time with her father who underwent a quintuple bypass operation. She described him as an exceptionally kind patient, and mentioned that he’s been thriving marvellously since the surgery.

She commented on his behavior after surgery, saying it was the funniest she had ever seen him – and he’s often quite humorous. Upon learning about his surgeries, she exclaimed that he had undergone a quintuple bypass, to which he responded casually, citing his competitive family background.

Andrea has also been “doing great” after getting a new knee this summer, according to Taylor.

The ‘Miss Americana’ star shared that her parents are among her closest friends and she truly cherishes them. She found one of the most memorable experiences in recent times to be spending an extended summer with them, as they had lengthy conversations that aren’t usually possible during busy periods.

She asserted that she wasn’t involved in the rumor about her portraying a costumed bear in the 2025 Adam Sandler comedy alongside Travis. However, she was flattered by the suggestion as she adores that film greatly,” or

“She refuted the claim that she starred as a costumed bear in the 2025 Adam Sandler comedy with Travis. Despite this, she was touched to be associated with such an amazing movie.

Taylor added, “Whoever did the bear’s acting was exquisite.”

Her favorite moment from watching the guy on the Chiefs actually involved his mom Donna Kelce.

In the suite, it was moments after Travis had clinched the AFC Championship, as Taylor remembered. The atmosphere was electric, everyone was shouting. Suddenly, his mother suggested, “Let’s head down to the field.” I was taken aback, wondering, “What? What do you mean?

Taylor mentioned that there had been no prior discussion about her joining Travis on the field, and so she expressed concern that he might react with surprise or confusion, saying something like, “Why are you here, man?

She recalled saying something along the lines of, “‘I have faith that he wants you present,'” followed by my response, “‘Well, if she says so, I guess I can trust her judgement.’

Ultimately, Taylor was happy that she followed Donna’s guidance and got to enjoy the special encounter with Travis – despite never having encountered so many cameras before.

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2025-08-15 01:18