Friendships in the entertainment industry can often be fleeting, but Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift have defied the odds. Their remarkable bond, which began over 14 years ago, has remained unwavering through the ups and downs of fame, personal challenges, and evolving careers. In this blog post, we’ll take you through the complete timeline of their enduring friendship, from its early days to their recent heartwarming interactions.
2008-2014: The Early Years
Their friendship ignited in 2008 when both Gomez and Swift found themselves dating Jonas Brothers—Gomez with Nick and Swift with Joe. These early connections laid the foundation for a lasting friendship. Their public outings and award show appearances together showcased their support for each other’s careers.
2008 – The Jonas Brothers Connection: In 2008, Gomez and Swift’s friendship began to bloom when they both dated Jonas Brothers. Gomez reminisced about their initial connection, describing Swift as the girl with curly hair, bracelets, and cowboy boots. Their friendship grew from this common ground.
September 2008 – Official Outing: Although their friendship might have started earlier, the public first saw them together at the premiere of Gomez’s movie, Another Cinderella Story.
October 2009 – Supportive Friends: Gomez turned to Swift for love advice, praising her wisdom and belief in love stories and soulmates. They were there to support each other as they navigated their relationships and careers.
2011 – Award Show Companions: Throughout 2011, Swift and Gomez attended various award shows together, celebrating each other’s successes and enjoying their time in the spotlight.
August 2011 – Performing Together: Gomez even joined Swift on stage during her Speak Now tour, underlining their supportive friendship.
November 2011 – American Music Awards: At the American Music Awards, Gomez and Swift hung out with other celebrities, setting the stage for their future encounters with fellow stars.
July 2012 – Teen Choice Awards: The summer of 2012 brought another Teen Choice Awards appearance from Swift and Gomez, where they both took home trophies.
May 2013 – Changing Perspectives: Swift’s feelings towards Gomez’s on-and-off relationship with Justin Bieber evolved, as evidenced by a video that surfaced of Swift’s reaction to the couple’s public display of affection.
August 2013 – VMAs Success: Both Gomez and Swift won awards at the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards, marking another milestone in their careers.
May 2014 – A Precious Friendship: Swift emphasized the longevity and rarity of their friendship in an E! interview, highlighting the importance of supporting each other through life’s changes.
October 2014 – Birthday Celebration: Gomez celebrated Swift’s 25th birthday with a heartfelt collage and a message expressing their cherished memories together.
November 2014 – American Music Awards and Girls’ Night: Gomez performed with Swift at the American Music Awards and posted pictures from a girls’ night with Swift, Karlie Kloss, Lorde, and members of Haim.
December 2014 – TS Manicure: Gomez celebrated Swift’s birthday with a “TS” manicure, foreshadowing similar public displays of affection in the future.
2015-2017: Strength Through Challenges
As their careers soared, Gomez and Swift faced their fair share of challenges, including public relationships and breakups. Swift’s songwriting prowess, particularly evident in “Lover,” earned Gomez’s admiration. Their friendship proved to be a source of strength during tumultuous times.
January 2015 – Golden Globes: Swift and Gomez attended a Golden Globes after-party together, further solidifying their friendship.
March 2015 – Birthday Celebration: Gomez shared snaps from Camila Cabello’s birthday celebration, featuring Swift and other friends.
August 2015 – Performing Together: Gomez and Swift performed together during Swift’s 1989 tour, marking a special moment in their friendship.
November 2015 – Thanksgiving Celebration: Gomez shared a Thanksgiving photo of herself, Swift, and their friends, emphasizing their camaraderie and support.
December 2015 – Birthday Tribute: Gomez wrote a heartfelt birthday tribute to Swift, expressing her love and appreciation for their enduring friendship.
January 2016 – The buddies enjoyed acting out a scene from Taylor Swift’s 1989 song “Out of the Woods” at the beginning of the year. “Are we in the clear yet?” Gomez posed in reference to Swift’s lyrics.
February 2016 – Swift’s supporter Gomez was by her side when she won Album of the Year for 1989 at the 2016 Grammy Awards. Swift appeared to make a reference to Kanye West’s recently released song “Famous,” which included the words, “I feel like me and Taylor might still have sex/Why? She became well-known thanks to me. While accepting, Swift said, “I want to say to all the young women out there: There will be people along the way who will try to undermine your success or take credit for your accomplishments or your fame, but someday when you get where you’re going, you’ll look around and you’ll know that it was you and the people who love you who put you there.”
June 2016 – At the Nashville stop of Gomez’s Revival tour, Swift was spotted with her ex-boyfriend Hiddleston.
July 2016 – Swift appeared to be nodding in agreement with Kanye West’s lyrics about her in “Famous,” according to a recording of Swift that Kim Kardashian shared on Snapchat. Gomez reacted by tweeting in Swift’s support.
2018-2020: Mutual Support
In 2018, Gomez released her album “Rare,” and Swift wasted no time congratulating her friend. Their mutual praise for each other’s music highlighted the genuine admiration they hold. When Swift dropped her surprise album “folklore,” Gomez was quick to celebrate the release on Instagram
May 2018 – The group performed “Hands to Myself” at Swift’s reputation tour stop at the Rose Bowl. “To the person I could call at any time of day, who has always been there no matter what,” Swift subsequently wrote about the experience on Instagram, “you absolutely KILLED IT tonight and everyone was so eager to see you. I adore you, and 60,000 Rose Bowl spectators did too.
2019 January – Swift and Gomez appeared to include Cazzie David as a new acquaintance at the beginning of the year. Swift captioned a hazy image of the group sipping white wine, “20wineteen.”
July 2019 – Then Swift’s battle with Scooter Braun, Justin Bieber’s manager, began. Braun had bought Big Machine Label after purchasing the record label and now owned the masters to Swift’s first six albums. The situation, according to Swift’s open letter, is the “worst case scenario.” Then Bieber posted a rejoinder. Swift then appeared to corroborate Bieber’s cheating on Gomez on Tumblr.
She favored a Tumblr post that read, “‘we haven’t managed to explain our differences’ you cheated on her closest friend and then publically supported the man who created revenge porn against her was she meant to invite you over for tea??? I’m fucking leaving.
2020-2021: New Ventures and Shared Dreams
January 2020 – Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift discussed their enduring friendship in an interview with WSJ magazine. They revealed that their close bond began while both were dating Jonas Brothers, with Gomez dating Nick Jonas and Swift dating Joe Jonas. They described how they instantly connected and supported each other, emphasizing the deep sisterhood between them. Swift expressed her unwavering commitment to having Gomez’s back, highlighting her reluctance to forgive those who hurt her friend. This interview showcased the profound and enduring nature of their friendship, built on mutual support and a shared journey through life’s challenges.
In August 2020, Gomez revealed on a live-stream show that she and Swift had discussed collaborating on a song—a dream shared by both artists. Gomez’s HBO Max cooking show “Selena + Chef” even featured a surprise FaceTime call with Swift, where they bonded over cooking and their friendship.
February 2021 – Gomez praised Swift for the publication of her re-recording of her 2009 song “Love Story.” (Now that she is able to do so legally, Swift is recording her first six albums again so she can fully own them.)
“So proud of you, Tay, as always…LISTEN to THIS album,” Gomez added in her message. Swift’s second album, Fearless, was re-recorded, and Gomez made sure to emphasize “THIS” in her message to encourage fans to pay attention.
2022-2023: A Friendship That Endures
Despite their busy lives, Gomez and Swift continued to cherish their friendship. Swift’s comments on Gomez’s TikTok and their interaction on social media showcased their close-knit relationship. Gomez’s heartfelt tribute to Swift at the iHeartRadio Music Awards in March 2023 highlighted the profound impact Swift has had on the music industry and as a role model.
July 2023: A Reunion at the MTV VMAs
In a heartwarming turn of events, Gomez and Swift attended the MTV VMAs together, marking their first joint appearance at an award show in years. They stole the show with their genuine camaraderie, cheering for each other and sharing a touching embrace during the event.
Conclusion: An Unbreakable Bond
Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift’s friendship is a testament to the power of genuine connections in the entertainment industry. Through the years, they have celebrated each other’s successes, supported one another through challenges, and maintained a bond that goes beyond fame. Their enduring friendship serves as an inspiring example of the importance of true connections in an often unpredictable world. As fans, we can only hope to see more of their heartwarming moments in the years to come.
