From speculation surrounding Taylor Swift's potential role in Deadpool to the buzz about the Eras tour concert movie, the singer's prominence soared in 2023. However, early into 2024, speculations surfaced suggesting that Taylor Swift may have authored the book inspiring the AppleTV+ and Universal Pictures film, Argylle. This marks the latest addition to the myriad of news stories revolving around the artist, spanning from her relationship with NFL athlete Travis Kelce to her billionaire status.
But is there any truth to these claims, and what underlies this rumor? Unveiling the reasons driving the fervent belief among many of her fans that she is the mastermind behind the spy novel Argylle reveals a complex web of speculation and fascination.
The Identity Behind Argylle's Author
Contrary to the rumors, Taylor Swift did not pen the spy novel Argylle. The book is attributed to Elly Conway, a pseudonym, shrouding the true author's identity in mystery. While suggestions emerged that the publisher's marketing team could have crafted the novel to generate buzz, there is no concrete evidence supporting this notion. When a movie is adapted from a book, it often piques the curiosity of fans eager to delve into the source material. In this instance, the enigma surrounding the author's identity has been particularly captivating.
In an interview with Rolling Stone, Argylle director, Matthew Vaughn, dismissed the rumors as baseless, asserting, "There is a real book … and it’s a really good book. And there is an Elly Conway who wrote the book, but it’s not Taylor Swift. And I say that because I imagine Taylor Swift has a load of people trying to jump on her bandwagon left, right, and center. I don’t want to be a part of that club. I did read the conspiracies and I was like, ‘Wow, they don’t leave a stone unturned!’ But it’s not Taylor Swift. She definitely didn’t write the book."
According to The New York Post, Elly Conway's Instagram account featured a post with the caption:
Unraveling the Belief in Taylor Swift's Authorship
Two factors fueled the belief that Taylor Swift authored Argylle, the literary work serving as the foundation for the Apple+ series. The protagonist, Argylle, sports a cat backpack reminiscent of Swift's appearance in the Netflix documentary Miss Americana. Furthermore, Elly Conway's novel cover features a Scottish fold cat bearing a resemblance to Meredith Grey, one of Swift's feline companions.
How Many Cats Does Taylor Swift Have?
- three cats
- Benjamin Button (Ragdoll cat)
- Meredith Grey (Scottish fold cat)
- Olivia Benson (Scottish fold cat)
As reported by The Mary Sue, fans speculated that Swift may have authored the book due to the presence of an argylle sweater among her merchandise offerings. Additionally, Elly Conway made her Instagram account public on December 13th, coinciding with Swift's birthday. Nevertheless, these suppositions have been debunked.
Renowned for embedding Easter eggs hinting at her forthcoming albums, Taylor Swift's fans contemplated the possibility of her crafting Argylle. However, this notion has been refuted.
Cast of the Apple+ Movie Argylle
The star-studded lineup of the movie Argylle features Bryce Dallas Howard, alongside Henry Cavill, who assumes the central role. Whether captivating audiences in a chilling episode of Black Mirror or gracing the screens in recent Jurassic Park installments, Howard's versatility and talent render her an apt choice for this production. Howard portrays Elly Conway, an author immersed in the world of espionage, entangled in her own set of enigmas.
Notable personalities such as Dua Lipa, John Cena, Ariana DeBose, Samuel L. Jackson, and Catherine O'Hara also join the ensemble of Argylle. With an array of riveting performances in his repertoire, Argylle promises to exude the same level of action-packed allure as some of the other cinematic ventures featuring John Cena. While Taylor Swift has ventured into acting, starring in films like Valentine's Day and nearly securing a role in Twilight, her involvement in Argylle remains unsubstantiated.