Selena Gomez provides insights into her friendship with Taylor Swift
In the world of entertainment, friendships that last for over a decade are a rarity. Such is the case with US singer Selena Gomez (33) and pop star Taylor Swift (35), who have maintained a close bond since they were teenagers.
Their friendship began in 2008, around the time when both were dating members of the Jonas Brothers—Selena with Nick Jonas and Taylor with Joe Jonas. Their bond was forged through their shared experiences of heartbreak and the support they offered each other during those challenging times. As Selena shared in the podcast "Therapuss with Jake Shane," their relationship with the Jonas Brothers was "kind of sweet."
Their friendship grew stronger over the years, with Selena featuring in Taylor's "Bad Blood" video and joining her on stage during the Speak Now tour in 2011. They have continued to support each other through life events, with Taylor reportedly offering to be flower girl at Selena's 2024 wedding to music producer Benny Blanco.
Their connection remains strong after nearly two decades, founded on mutual support following their early relationships with the Jonas Brothers and nurtured by shared experiences and respect. Selena has called Taylor her "only friend in the industry," while Taylor has said she would always have Selena's back. They continue to celebrate important personal moments together, as seen when Taylor attended a birthday party for Selena in 2025.
Their occasional joint appearances or published photos regularly delight their fan bases. Selena and Taylor often say that the best thing they took away from those relationships was each other. Gomez's new album, "I Said I Love You First," was written by her and her fiancé Benny Blanco, with no new information about the exact timeline of their friendship or the nature of their relationship beyond friendship provided.
As they continue to navigate their careers and personal lives, Selena and Taylor's friendship remains a testament to the power of mutual support and the enduring bond that can be formed in the face of adversity. Their connection serves as an inspiration to many, reminding us that true friendship can indeed last through thick and thin.
Timeline Summary
- 2008: Met and bonded after dating members of Jonas Brothers; first public appearance together at the premiere of Another Cinderella Story.
- 2009–2011: Growing bond with public collaborations, including music tours and videos.
- 2010s–2020s: Maintained a close, sister-like friendship, often speaking publicly about their loyalty.
- 2024: Taylor reportedly offered to be flower girl at Selena’s wedding.
- 2025: Continued to celebrate important personal moments together.
During the peak of pop-culture, Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift, two celebrities who became friends in the entertainment industry, forged a bond that has lasted over a decade. This friendship was fortified by their shared experiences of heartbreak and mutual support through their relationships with the Jonas Brothers, as they navigated their careers and personal lives together, serving as an inspiration to many in the realm of pop-culture.
