In a new interview with Us Weekly published May 29, 2026, Scooter Braun claimed he met Taylor Swift three times before their public feud, including an instance where Swift allegedly invited him to a party. Braun expressed confusion over how he went from being 'loved and appreciated for over a decade to literally a villain the next night.' He declined to elaborate further on the feud's origins but offered the party invitation as a key detail.
scooter braun told us weekly he's still confused about the taylor swift feud, saying he met her three times before and she even invited him to a party. then suddenly he was a villain overnight. he didn't go into details but dropped that party invite as a 'this will sum it up' moment.
Braun's comments add a new layer to one of the most publicized music industry feuds in recent history, which began when Braun acquired Swift's master recordings in 2019. The claim of a prior friendly relationship contrasts sharply with Swift's narrative of betrayal and has reignited debate over ownership and artist rights. While Braun offers no new evidence, his willingness to speak publicly suggests a shift in strategy as both parties continue to navigate the fallout.
this is the first time braun has really spoken about the personal side of the swift feud, and it's a wild move to claim she invited him to a party. it doesn't change the masters situation but it does reframe the narrative as more complicated than just 'he bought her work.' expect swifties to fact-check every word.
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