Abigail Anderson and Taylor Swift have been close friends since their high school days. Abigail was even the inspiration behind Taylor’s hit song “Fifteen.” They met in English class on their first day at Hendersonville High School in Tennessee and have remained close ever since. They have been spotted together at award shows and high-profile events, with Abigail even accompanying Taylor to the Grammy Awards.
Fans may recognize Abigail from Taylor’s music videos and her appearance in the Netflix documentary “Miss Americana.” Apart from her friendship with Taylor, Abigail was a competitive swimmer in high school and continued her passion by swimming for the University of Kansas team.
Currently, Abigail works as the chief of staff for corporate development at Celero Commerce, a payment technology company. Previously, she worked for Patriot Angels, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping World War II veterans and their spouses with pension and financial assistance.
Abigail was previously married to Matt Lucier, with Taylor serving as one of her bridesmaids. However, the marriage ended in 2021. In 2022, Abigail married her second husband, Charles Berard, who also works at Celero Commerce. The couple announced they were expecting their first child in July 2024.
Despite life changes, Abigail and Taylor’s friendship remains strong. Abigail showed support for Taylor’s relationship with Travis Kelce by liking an Instagram post about them. In May of this year, Abigail wished Taylor a happy birthday on Instagram, referencing Taylor’s song “Fifteen” by mentioning her age, saying, “‘Cause when you’re … 33.”
It’s heartwarming to see the enduring friendship between Abigail Anderson and Taylor Swift, despite the ups and downs of life. Their bond has stood the test of time, and fans can look forward to seeing more of their supportive friendship in the future.