Ethan Hawke on Working with Taylor Swift
During his first-ever visit to Miami on November 2, Ethan Hawke reflected on his career while accepting the Miami Film Festival’s Variety Virtuoso Award. In a conversation with Variety co–editor-in-chief Ramin Setoodeh, he shared stories from decades in Hollywood and expressed admiration for Taylor Swift.
Reuniting with Josh Charles
Hawke spoke with enthusiasm about reuniting with his Dead Poet’s Society co-star Josh Charles for Swift’s Fortnight music video featuring Post Malone. The project, written and directed by Swift, came to life through his daughter, Maya Hawke.
“My daughter is creating opportunities in my life. I get a text from my daughter saying ‘Hey dad, Taylor Swift wants your number.’ So I guess they met. And anyway, Taylor Swift is a ‘Dead Poet’s Society’ fan, and so, hell, I’ll take what I can get,”
Hawke recounted with humor how Maya’s connection led to his involvement in the video, highlighting how their family ties now blend into artistic collaboration.
Praise for Taylor Swift
“That woman is incredible. She’s a force of nature.”
The actor complimented Swift’s creativity and leadership, saying she brought energy and precision to the set. His praise arrived as Swift continues to make headlines with her latest release, a new version of her chart-topping hit from The Life of a Showgirl.
Author’s Summary
Ethan Hawke shared his admiration for Taylor Swift’s artistry while recounting how his daughter Maya connected him to the singer, resulting in a cherished collaboration on the Fortnight video.