Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift's offer to be in Twilight was turned down back in 2009, the New Moon director revealed that he regrets rejecting her, "I could've been hanging ...

He said during the podcast: “Taylor Swift was a huge Twi-hard, and Taylor Swift and I had the same agent at the time and he said, ‘Taylor would like to be in this movie – not because of you, but she’s a Twi-hard'." [The Twilight Effect](https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=qy7LnGYx6M4&ab_channel=TheTwilightEffectPodcast) podcast where he dished on all things Taylor Swift in relation to the films – who knew she so nearly co-starred with her former flame Taylor Lautner! Taylor Swift's offer to be in Twilight was turned down back in 2009, the New Moon director revealed that he regrets rejecting her, "I could’ve been hanging out with Taylor Swift"...

Way back in 2009, major Twilight fan Taylor Swift was interested in appearing in the major Hollywood blockbuster—and was turned down.

Alyssa Bailey is the senior news and strategy editor at ELLE.com, where she oversees coverage of celebrities and royals (particularly Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton). [Us Weekly](https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/taylor-swift-went-on-a-double-date-with-robert-pattinson-details/) at the time. They decided they were better as friends.” [Alyssa Bailey](/author/1382/alyssa-bailey)Senior News and Strategy Editor “He went everywhere he could to see her, but she didn’t travel much to see him. “He liked her more than she liked him,” a source told Us Weekly then. “I kick myself for it too, because–I was like, wow, I could've been hanging out with Taylor Swift.”

Twilight: New Moon director Chris Weitz regrets not including a cameo from Taylor Swift in the popular teen vampire film – after the pop star asked him ...

In a drearily-colored film about sparkly vampires, it's not hard to imagine that the singer would've stuck out like a sore thumb. She must have been like, ‘Who is this jerk?’ But sometimes you make decisions thinking this is for the best of the film." [The Twilight Effect](https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=qy7LnGYx6M4&ab_channel=TheTwilightEffectPodcast) (opens in new tab) – in which former franchise star Green sits down with friend and 'Twihard' Howe to dish on the film series.

New Moon director Chris Weitz says he turned down a Taylor Swift cameo in the movie, but is kicking himself over it now.

Despite not being able to call on the star power of Swift, Weitz and the cast and crew of The Twilight Saga: New Moon which included Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner went on to make a hit film. “Taylor Swift was a huge Twi-hard, and Taylor Swift and I had the same agent at the time and he said, ‘Taylor would like to be in this movie – not because of you, but she’s a Twi-hard,” the director said on the podcast. Apparently at the time, Swift and Weitz shared the same agent and news got to the director that the singer would like to be a part of his next work.

Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez first met when they were each dating a Jonas brother and have been close pals since. Take a look at their full friendship ...

"30, nerdy and worthy," the Only Murders in the Building star wrote alongside [two photos of her and Swift sitting together at a table](https://www.instagram.com/p/CgVw9tbLkrT/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=b6a5d49d-dbd8-4055-a939-27f2a201cb70). [All Too Well](https://people.com/music/taylor-swift-all-too-well-short-film-what-to-know/)" for the first time on SNL, she was joined by Gomez backstage. And to see where I am [and for her to see where I am](https://people.com/music/taylor-swift-calls-selena-gomezs-vulnerable-new-song-a-perfect-expression-of-healing/) is such a beautiful … [Gomez shared a cute selfie of her and Swift](https://www.instagram.com/p/BjBbAXSAgee/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=9fba13b2-45de-4102-a624-e778d36c9b1e) backstage, writing, "I'm grateful for those I surround myself with. [Gomez has shared the stage with Swift](https://people.com/music/taylor-swift-selena-gomez-reputation-tour-surprise-duet/) during several of her tours and previously appeared in the singer's ["Bad Blood" music video](https://people.com/awards/billboard-music-awards-2015-tayor-swifts-bad-blood-music-video-premiere/). [reacted enthusiastically to the fun performance on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/Bi_m6OBnzUg/): "To the person I could call at any time of day, who has been there no matter what... [Gomez made sure to wish Swift a "happy birthday"](https://people.com/music/taylor-swift-birthday-selena-gomez-celebrates/) on Instagram in December. "I'm glad you were born," [Gomez wrote alongside a soundless video of them laughing](https://www.instagram.com/p/BcqEg2Ug08Z/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=c8422b46-5897-489f-8041-fae418dd559c). Ahead of the show, Swift walked the red carpet with the rest of her music video costars, including [Gigi Hadid](https://people.com/tag/gigi-hadid), Martha Hunt, Hailee Steinfeld, Cara Delevingne, and many more. [a throwback photo of them](https://people.com/celebrity/taylor-swift-wishes-bff-selena-gomez-happy-birthday-with-a-throwback-photo/) making a heart with their hands, Swift wrote, "Going through old pictures today, because @selenagomez just turned 24! [Gomez paid tribute with a special manicure](https://www.instagram.com/p/whoFDgOjF6/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=863273de-b16a-421c-a05a-ee1d4cc3be82), which showed two halves of a heart with their initials "S" and "T." [their gorgeous gowns](https://people.com/style/met-gala-2014-our-favorite-dresses-of-the-night/).

Taylor Swift could've appeared onscreen with a cameo in a huge part of 2000s film culture: "Twilight," according to a new interview with a director.

“I was like, ‘Wow, I could have been, like, hanging out with Taylor Swift, and maybe we could've been friends or something,’” he said, also expressing concern he may have offended the star by turning her down. “The hardest thing for me was to be like, ‘The moment that Taylor Swift walks onto the screen for about five minutes, nobody is going to be able to process anything,’” he said. “Taylor Swift and I had the same agent at the time, and he said, ‘Taylor would like to be in this movie—not because of you, but she's a Twi-hard,’” Weitz said. “She must've just been like, ‘Who is this jerk who would say no?’” he said. She is a complete show-stealing queen in the absolute best way, so we see the logic. It turns out Swift wasn't even going for screen time here, she just wanted to be part of the vampire universe that we were all, admittedly, obsessed with at that time.

According to "Twilight: New Moon" director Chris Weitz, he regrets rejecting Taylor Swift's request to be in the film over worries her presence would be too ...

›](https://www.papermag.com/twilight-tiktok-2649421770.html) [Nightlife](https://www.papermag.com/nightlife/) “The hardest thing for me was to be like, the moment that Taylor Swift walks onto the screen, for about five minutes, nobody is going to be able to process anything,” he said. He said, ‘Taylor would like to be in this movie," as Weitz explained, before adding that she was okay with just making a brief cameo, even if it was just as “someone at the cafeteria or the diner.” ›](https://www.papermag.com/kristen-stewart-solo-twilight-2640797833.html) ["Twilight" Sisters Reveal Behind-the-Scenes Drama on New Podcast ›](https://www.papermag.com/twilight-sisters-reunion-2657548467.html) [This Scene From the Extended Version of "Twilight" Has Gone Viral ... Well according to Weitz, it all came down to a lingering worry that her immense celebrity would distract people from the film itself, meaning he ultimately decided to reject Swift's request. But as any Swiftie or fellow Twilight obsessive knows, the star never appeared in the movie, despite the buzz it would've created.

One of Taylor Swift's wildest fantasies was crushed by "The Twilight Saga: New Moon" director. Director Chris Weitz discussed the casting for the movie ...

"He did know that something was on the bubble. I think I was right about that," he continued. "Taylor Swift and I had the same agent at the time and he said, 'Taylor would like to be in this movie - not because of you, but she's a Twi-hard.

The filmmaker in a recent interview said he regrets not casting multi-time Grammy Award-winning songwriter and performer Taylor Swift in the popular film series ...

Weitz said Swift had asked to be an extra in the film, but he decided against it because he thought the famous artist would be too distracting. He said, “I was like, ‘Wow, I could have been, like, hanging out with Taylor Swift, and maybe we could’ve been friends or something.’” Chris Weitz had the chance to cast her as an extra in the 2009 movie, New Moon, but decided against it.

Taylor Swift passed on her "focus and joy" in the studio to collaborator Aaron Dessner. The National star produced and co-wrote much of the 'Shake It Off' ...

“Inevitably, I think we will continue to be in each other’s artistic and personal lives. But she’s definitely been very helpful and engaged with Big Red Machine, and just in general. The 46-year-old musician said: “It’s kind of the thing where I have so many musicians in my life that I’ve grown close to, and make things with, and are just part of my life.

"Twilight: New Moon" director Chris Weitz reveals he decided against giving Taylor Swift a brief cameo in the sequel.

“Taylor Swift and I had the same agent at the time, and he said, ‘Taylor would like to be in this movie — not because of you, but she’s a Twi-hard,'” Weitz said. “She must’ve just been like, ‘Who is this jerk who would say no?’ But sometimes you make decisions, and you go, ‘This is for the best. If you weren’t following Taylor Swift’s dating history, the singer was in a relationship with the saga’s other star Taylor Lautner at the time and was actually trying to get a cameo in the sequel, “Twilight: New Moon.”

She joins a massive cast that includes Christian Bale, Chris Rock, Margot Robbie, Remi Malak, and so many more. Though she is now going to start appearing in ...

Now, she is going to be part of the biggest cast and film when Amsterdam premieres on October 7th. She was just aching to be a part of history, and there is nothing wrong with that. [distraction](https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/twilight-new-moon-director-refused-taylor-swift-cameo-190408883.html) for the rest of the cast. Twilight: New Moon was the second film in the [franchise](https://www.insider.com/twilight-new-moon-director-stopped-taylor-swift-appearing-as-extra-2022-8), and by that time, the stars in the series were already massively popular. Her representation claimed she just wanted to be in the film, as she was a mega fan of the franchise. [Chris Weitz](https://variety.com/2022/film/news/twilight-new-moon-director-rejected-taylor-swift-cameo-request-1235343895/), recently revealed that he was responsible for denying Swift entry into the franchise.