The drama, the romance, and the bromance! It’s been years since the cheating rumors surrounding Ed Sheeran, Ellie Goulding, and Niall Horan made headlines, leaving fans wondering if the friendship between the two singer-songwriters would ever be the same. Now, in a rare moment of candor, Niall Horan is finally opening up about where he stands with his friend Ed Sheeran, putting to rest the speculation that has been simmering in the shadows.
The Cheating Rumors That Rocked the Music Industry
A Brief Refresher on the 2013 Scandal: Ellie Goulding, Ed Sheeran, and Niall Horan’s Love Triangle
In 2013, Ellie Goulding sparked a media frenzy when she was spotted getting cozy with Niall Horan, just one week after appearing alongside Ed Sheeran at the MTV VMAs. The rumors of a love triangle between the three musicians sent shockwaves through the music industry, with fans believing Ed and Ellie to be in an exclusive relationship.
The Fallout: How the Rumors Affected the Friendship Between Ed and Niall
The scandal led to a significant rift between Ed and Niall, with many assuming their friendship had come to an end. The tension was palpable, and the two musicians seemed to distance themselves from each other in the years that followed.
Denials and Drama: Ellie Sets the Record Straight on Her Relationship with Ed
Ellie Goulding was quick to deny any claims of an exclusive relationship with Ed Sheeran, stating that she and Niall were simply friends. However, the damage had already been done, and the public perception of Ed and Niall’s friendship had been irreparably damaged.
Ed Sheeran’s Olive Branch on Instagram
Fast-forward to the present day, and Ed Sheeran has seemingly extended an olive branch to Niall Horan. Over the course of the last month, the Thinking Out Loud singer has been posting photos he recently discovered on an old phone to his @teddysoldphone account on Instagram.
Two particular photos caught fans’ attention, with Ed captioning a group photo of himself, Taylor Swift, Louis Tomlinson, and Niall, “2015 billboard awards. i’m dribbly drunk at this point.” The next day, he posted a selfie of just him and Niall, writing, “me and nialler in vegas.”
For the whole month of April, the photos seemed to go unnoticed by Niall… Until Tuesday, when he actually reshared them to his Story! No, we’re not kidding! The 31-year-old reposted the selfie first and tagged Ed’s main IG account after writing an affectionate note, “Love ya @teddysphotos.”
Niall also reshared the group photo but didn’t add a caption. Whoa! Sooooo, are we safe to consider this hatchet buried?! It seems like it! And in case you were wondering, it doesn’t seem like Ed harbors any ill will towards Ellie, either… As he also posted a throwback photo of himself, her, and Bruno Mars from backstage of a show, writing, “with bruno and ellie at their show. loads of booze and cigs.”
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Unearthing Old Memories: Ed’s @teddysoldphone Account and the Throwback Photos
Ed Sheeran has been posting photos he recently discovered on an old phone, all on his @teddysoldphone account on Instagram. Two in particular he posted at the beginning of the month gave fans hope he was extending an olive branch to Niall Horan.
The first is a group photo of the pair with Taylor Swift and Louis Tomlinson. Ed captioned the photos, “2015 billboard awards. i’m dribbly drunk at this point.”
A Glimpse into the Past: The Group Photo with Taylor Swift and Louis Tomlinson
The next day, he posted ANOTHER old photo with Niall — this time a selfie of just them! This time he wrote, “me and nialler in vegas.” See HERE.
A Selfie of Friendship: Ed and Niall’s Vegas Moment
This selfie of just Ed and Niall has sparked a lot of excitement among fans, who are thrilled to see the two friends reconnecting.
For the whole month of April after that, the pics seemed to go unnoticed by Niall… Until Tuesday when he actually reshared them to his Story!
Niall Horan’s Response: A Sign of Forgiveness and Friendship
Niall responded by resharing Ed’s throwback photos on Instagram, including the group photo and the selfie.
Breaking the Silence: Niall Reshares Ed’s Throwback Photos on Instagram
No, we’re not kidding! The 31-year-old reposted the selfie first and tagged Ed’s main IG account after writing an affectionate note: “Love ya @teddysphotos” See (below):
He also reshared the group photo but didn’t add a caption: Whoa!
A Heartfelt Message: Niall’s Affectionate Note to Ed
Niall’s response is a clear indication that he has forgiven Ed and is willing to put the past behind them.
Putting the Past Behind Them: What Niall’s Response Means for Their Friendship
This is so great to see! It only took a decade and some change! Ha! Reactions, Perezcious readers?? [Images via MEGA/WENN]
Conclusion
Here’s a comprehensive conclusion for the article:
In a refreshing display of maturity and transparency, Niall Horan has finally broken his silence on the long-standing rumors surrounding his friendship with Ed Sheeran. By addressing the infamous Ellie Goulding cheating scandal that made headlines years ago, Horan has put to rest any speculation about the status of their relationship. As we’ve seen, the former One Direction star has chosen to take the high road, opting to focus on the strength of their bond rather than dwelling on past drama.
This update is significant not only for fans of both artists but also for the music industry as a whole. It serves as a powerful reminder that even in the face of adversity, relationships can persevere and even flourish. By choosing to prioritize friendship and mutual respect, Horan and Sheeran are setting a positive example for their peers and fans alike. As we move forward, it will be interesting to see how this renewed commitment to their friendship will influence their future collaborations and individual projects.