Matty Healy: Denise Welch Reacts to Taylor Swift’s ‘Tortured Poets Department’
In a recent interview, Denise Welch, the mother of Matty Healy, opened up about her son’s relationship with pop superstar Taylor Swift, the emotional impact of the Tortured Poets Department album, and how the family has moved on gracefully from the public whirlwind.
A Relationship That Sparked Global Attention
Matty Healy, frontman of the British band The 1975, briefly dated Taylor Swift in 2023—a relationship that caught the attention of millions. While short-lived, the romance was intense enough to inspire Swift’s highly anticipated album, The Tortured Poets Department, which fans believe features multiple references to Healy.
In her album, Swift alludes to complex emotions, heartbreak, and introspective moments that many believe reflect her experience with Matty. While she never explicitly names him, the lyrical clues were enough for fans and media to piece together the connection.
Denise Welch Breaks Her Silence
boy moms need to be punched in the face as a wake up call … talking about matty healy as if hes some kind of angel girl you know damn well … 😭 https://t.co/S9pNgti6Ig
— yssa (@bakedoystre) July 25, 2025
When asked about her reaction to Taylor Swift’s Tortured Poets Department, Denise Welch responded with both humor and restraint. “Obviously on pain of death, can I talk about that episode,” she joked. Welch emphasized that although the situation was difficult, she doesn’t hold anything against Swift personally.
“Not being her mother-in-law is a role that I’m glad I lost,” Welch said, suggesting the experience was more stressful than enjoyable, but without ill intent.
This light-hearted yet poignant statement highlighted the challenges of watching one’s child go through a highly public breakup—especially when it’s immortalized in one of the most discussed albums of the year.
“You Can’t Say Anything, But She Writes a Whole Album”
Denise didn’t shy away from pointing out the imbalance in narratives. “You’re not allowed to say anything,” she noted, “and then she writes a whole album about it.” It’s a sentiment many celebrities can relate to when personal moments become public art, and they have to remain silent while the world speculates.
Despite the complexities, Denise praised her son’s maturity and grace in handling the situation. “Matty has taken it all in completely good grace,” she affirmed.
Matty Healy Finds Happiness Again
Matty Healy’s mother, Denise Welch, on his relationship with Taylor Swift:
“Not being her mother-in-law is a role I’m glad that I lost. Not that I have anything against her, at all. It was just, you know, it was tricky. Listen, you’re not allowed to say anything, and then she… pic.twitter.com/p9rsx6zRyh
— Pop Base (@PopBase) July 25, 2025
Today, Matty Healy is engaged to model and influencer Gabriella Gabriette—a development Welch warmly supports. She called Gabriella “gorgeous” and spoke fondly of her son’s current state of happiness.
“He’s very happy with his amazing fiancée Gabriella Gabriette… so we’ve moved on. There you go.”
It’s clear from Denise Welch’s interview that the Healy family has left the past behind and is focused on the future.
Matty Healy’s Legacy Goes Beyond Romance
maybe she should have focused on her role as a mother given how matty healy turned out but maybe that’s just me https://t.co/MKhTJwX9Xw
— m ✌️ (@tayrsricochet) July 25, 2025
Though the relationship with Taylor Swift brought Matty Healy into a more mainstream spotlight, his real legacy lies in his music. As the charismatic lead singer of The 1975, Healy has earned critical acclaim for his creative direction, provocative lyrics, and magnetic stage presence. With hits like Love It If We Made It and Somebody Else, Healy has built a reputation for pushing boundaries and being unapologetically himself.
Conclusion
The recent comments from Denise Welch offer a rare and candid glimpse into the emotional aftermath of a celebrity romance that captured headlines. While Taylor Swift turned the relationship into lyrical art, Matty Healy and his family chose to maintain their silence—until now.
Still, what shines through is not bitterness, but growth. As Welch said, they’ve moved on. And for Matty, that means continuing to evolve personally and professionally—proving once again that he’s more than just a subject of someone else’s story.
