The Black Dog Pub Owner Seemingly Reveals Joe Alwyn is a Regular Customer Amid Taylor Swift's 'TTPD'

Taylor Swift, Joe Alwyn
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The Black Dog Pub in London has amassed countless customers ever since Taylor Swift released her album The Tortured Poets Department.

Notably, the singer name-dropped the establishment in one of the songs and the owner is quite happy about it.

Out of his glee, the owner of the local pub seemingly dropped a bombshell for Swifties, hinting that Joe Alwyn is one of their regular customers.

Owner Lily Bottomley recently spoke with Sky News about the recognition they received from Swifties after the song dropped last weekend.

Later in the interview, the host of the news program noted that people had been speculating about which of the pop star's ex-boyfriends had visited the pub and asked her if the singer had already been there.

The owner said she didn't want to give too much away, but they "have a certain blond regular who frequents, let's just say that." (via Page Six)

Although she didn't directly name Joe Alwyn, many fans believe she was alluding to the actor as he has blonde hair and is one of Taylor Swift's exes.

The Black Dog Pub Name-Dropped in Taylor Swift's New Album

Speaking to BBC News, Lily Bottomley described the fans' reactions as "overwhelmingly positive" after the new album dropped.

She also revealed that Swift had already visited the pub, which is now serving menu items inspired by the singer.

"We're just loving it, it's been so fun. All of the attention has been pretty overwhelming but we can't be happier," she said.

The pub was mentioned in one of the songs the musician sang: "And so I watch as you walk-into some bar called The Black Dog-and pierce new holes in my heart" appears in the first verse of the song.

The Black Dog Pub Had No Choice But to Turn People Away Due to Full Capacity

Since the establishment quickly gained popularity, many Swifties immediately traveled to the Black Dog Pub to dine and enjoy the cozy ambiance.

Marketing consultant Amy Cowly spoke with PA news agency to reveal that they received a "sort of international level of recognition," which felt surreal but fun at the same time.

Unfortunately, since many people have been swarming the place to take photos and enjoy the food, the establishment had no choice but to turn some people away because they reached total capacity.

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Taylor Swift, Joe Alwyn, New Album, New Song, New Single, New era
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