The news of Taylor Swift’s engagement has sent waves through the entertainment world, sparking countless reactions from fans, celebrities, and even her exes. But perhaps the most surprising — and hilarious — response came from none other than her high school boyfriend.
According to social media posts making the rounds today, Swift’s teenage sweetheart couldn’t resist chiming in after hearing about her engagement. Instead of bitterness or regret, he opted for humor.
“Guess I really fumbled the bag back in high school,” he reportedly joked, adding laughing emojis to soften the blow. “At least I can say I was the opening act before the sold-out stadiums.”
Fans quickly picked up on the comment, flooding Twitter and TikTok with memes and reactions. Some praised him for being a “good sport,” while others laughed at the idea of how surreal it must feel to see your ex-girlfriend become one of the world’s biggest superstars — and now, a soon-to-be bride.
“Bro’s got jokes at least 😂,” one fan commented under a viral repost. Another quipped, “Imagine telling people you dumped Taylor Swift in high school — and now she’s engaged to an NFL star.”
While Taylor herself has not responded to the lighthearted jab, her engagement continues to dominate headlines, with fans speculating about wedding details and whether the singer might even turn the moment into future song lyrics.
If nothing else, her ex-boyfriend’s reaction proves one thing: humor really is the best way to handle watching your high school romance turn into a global love story.