Joe Alwyn and Alison Oliver, who captivated audiences with their on-screen chemistry in Conversations With Friends, reunited on Thursday evening at the GQ Men of the Year Awards in Berlin. Three years after filming the acclaimed BBC Three series, the pair shared a warm moment on the red carpet at The Metropol, sparking excitement among fans of the show.
The 34-year-old British actor, widely known for his past relationship with global superstar Taylor Swift, appeared relaxed and cheerful as he wrapped an arm around his former co-star. Alison Oliver, now 28, mirrored the friendly energy, stunning in a plunging green velvet midi dress paired with classic black heels. Joe opted for a sleek and minimalistic look, wearing a fitted black leather jacket and matching trousers.
Their reunion brought back memories from 2022, when the duo starred together in the 12-part adaptation of Sally Rooney’s Conversations With Friends. Alison played Frances, a 21-year-old student drawn into a complicated affair with Joe’s character, Nick. At the time, their intimate on-screen dynamic generated wide attention, though reports suggested Taylor Swift—then Joe’s partner—was fully supportive and understood the demands of his role.
Joe’s appearance at the event also followed the release of his GQ Germany 2025 Men of the Year cover, where he was honored as Actor of the Year. The magazine feature, which includes a striking shirtless portrait of Joe posing alongside a horse, has been recognized by industry experts as a strategic move to further cement his independent career identity.
Celebrity publicist Lucy Donaghey noted that Joe is “clearly making waves on his own merit,” highlighting his growing portfolio of serious film roles. His recent and upcoming projects include The Brutalist, The Woman of the Sea and the anticipated film adaptation of Hamnet, all signaling a shift toward more complex cinematic work.
Joe and Taylor Swift dated from 2016 to 2023, keeping their relationship largely private throughout their six years together. Since their split, Taylor has moved forward and has been engaged to NFL star Travis Kelce since August 2025.
Joe’s reunion with Alison in Berlin serves as a nostalgic nod to their celebrated past collaboration, while simultaneously underlining his rising recognition in the global film industry—far beyond being known as “Taylor Swift’s ex.” With ambitious projects ahead, Joe Alwyn continues to build a steady, respected place in Hollywood.
