The Brief: "Gaylor Swift" is a nickname that fans of Taylor Swift use to imply that she is queer, or at least a gay icon.

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Although Taylor Swift has publicly stated that she is straight, some fans continue to speculate that she is queer, giving her the title “Gaylor Swift.” The pop star has established a reputation as a gay icon through her support of the LGBTQ+ community, embrace of pop music, and songs that speak to queer experiences both directly and indirectly.