Instagram/Taylor Swift & Kanye West Celebrity The 17-year feud reignites. As Kanye West drops his new album, explore the history and latest moves in the iconic Swift-West rivalry. March 24, 2026 AceShowbiz - The long-running dispute between Taylor Swift and Kanye West is set to resurface nearly two decades after their infamous encounter at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards. The moment when Kanye interrupted Swift's acceptance speech for Best Female Video launched a feud that has lasted 17 years, characterized by public spats and media attention.