Taylor Swift‘s Brother, Austin Swift, Steps Into the Spotlight-and Celebrates His Sister’s Success
Austin Swift, three years younger than pop superstar Taylor Swift, is increasingly gaining recognition for his own creative pursuits and unwavering support of his sister. While frequently enough recognized as ”Taylor Swift’s brother,” Austin is forging his own path as a filmmaker and actor, all while publicly championing Taylor’s artistry and character.
The 31-year-old-a University of Notre Dame film studies graduate-has recently garnered attention for directing and appearing in a music video that features childhood home footage of Taylor, offering fans a nostalgic glimpse into the singer’s upbringing. Beyond his artistic endeavors, Austin has become known for his heartfelt and frequent public praise of Taylor, solidifying their close sibling bond and offering a unique perspective on the life of a global icon.
Austin Swift told vanity fair in 2017 that a key lesson he learned from watching his sister navigate the entertainment industry is “respect.” He explained, “Something I learned myself, and learned through watching her, is respect. You just respect everyone’s time, everyone that you’re working with. They’re all there, it’s all their lives, and you need to put the work in to be worth that.”
His Instagram feed is filled with expressions of admiration for Taylor. He’s publicly called her his “best friend, a role model, and a caring, tireless, dedicated champion in my corner.” Following the release of Evermore, Austin expressed being “dumbfounded at this level of artistry and depth of insight into what it is to love and to lose and to simply exist.” He also praised her consistent support of family and friends, noting her “unique and gorgeous ways to show us how much you care.”
Taylor Swift reciprocates the affection, frequently sharing posts about her brother on her own social media. the siblings’ close relationship is a consistent theme in their public lives, offering a heartwarming glimpse into a family navigating the complexities of fame.
