Sarah Pidgeon dancing to Taylor Swift's 'Blank Space' at the Academy Museum Gala prompted jokes about her reported romance with the singer's ex-boyfriend, Joe Alwyn, and support from fans who said she should be free to enjoy the song. While some commenters described the situation as potentially awkward, others questioned why her dancing should be controversial.
The moment attracted attention because of Pidgeon's reported connection to Alwyn, who dated Swift for more than six years before their relationship ended in 2023.