Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · August 7, 2025 · Entertainment

Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift: A Friendship Forged Through Jonas Brothers Breakup

Selena Gomez said that a break-up with one of the Jonas Brothers made her best friends with Taylor Swift as she reflected on their longtime friendship and even revealed the 'incredible' song she heard before anyone else; seen in 2024

SELENA GOMEZ UNVEILS HER JUICY TALE OF TEENAGE HEARTBREAK AND FRIENDSHIP WITH TAYLOR SWIFT

Get ready for a juicy tale of teenage heartbreak, friendship, and music magic as Selena Gomez dishes out the deets on her special bond with Taylor Swift! In an exclusive sit-down with Therapuss with Jake Shane, the 33-year-old singer opened up about how their decades-long friendship began through their infamous ex-boyfriends - yes, you guessed it right, those Jonas Brothers!

THE BEGINNING OF A BEAUTIFUL FRIENDSHIP

Gomez, 33, gushed about the singer, 35, as she reflected on how they became friends through their famous ex-boyfriends when they were teenagers over a decade ago; seen in 2008

It all started when Gomez was just 15 and Swift, then 18, were both tangled in relationships with Nick and Joe Jonas respectively. The two teens bonded over their shared heartbreak, and as Gomez puts it, "We don't know what we were doing. We like to say the best thing we got out of those relationships was each other." Ah, how sweet!

LOVE STORY BEGINS

Recalling the first time she met Swift, Gomez gushed about the singer-songwriter's early days: "I remember it vividly; I was in a hotel room, and she played me 'Love Story' for the first time. It wasn't released yet, but I instantly knew it was one of the most beautiful songs ever!" The song would later go on to win eight awards from 13 nominations, cementing Swift's status as a music icon.

She shared the story while making an appearance on Wednesday's podcast episode of Therapuss with Jake Shane

FROM TEENAGE HEARTBREAK TO FRIENDSHIP FOR LIFE

As their relationships with the Jonas Brothers came to an end, Gomez and Swift grew closer, becoming inseparable. "So, at that age we became best friends, bonded over the breakup," Gomez revealed. "As girls do, and then we just stuck around for all the ups and downs that came after... and here we are now 16 years later." Who wouldn't want to be part of this BFF squad?

A CHAMELEON OF A FRIEND

She recalled how Swift once played her 'one of the most beautiful songs ever' before releasing the track and going on to win multiple awards

Gomez couldn't sing Swift's praises enough: "She is a chameleon. She's incredible." The singer-songwriter has indeed undergone many transformations over the years, from country-pop to pop-rock and beyond.

NEW TATTOO ALERT!

On the same day as her podcast episode release, Gomez shared some exciting news with her Instagram followers - she got a brand new tattoo in New York City! The "Rare" inkling on her neck is just too cute for words. Inspired by her album of the same name, Rare Beauty has become one of the top-ranked, highest-selling celebrity beauty brands of all time.

'I believe Love Story was the first song she had ever played me and it wasn't released yet,' she said about Swift's 2008 country pop hit Love Story

DISCO-THEMED BIRTHDAY BASH

In a recent Instagram post, Gomez celebrated her 33rd birthday with an early disco-themed party at the historic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. And guess who was right by her side? Taylor Swift, of course! The two friends were seen having the time of their lives in a ball pit, complete with sequined outfits and signature red lips.

A BIRTHDAY MESSAGE FROM THE HEART

'Yeah, I was in a hotel room and I remember it vividly, it was just one of those songs I instantly heard and thought this is one of the most beautiful songs ever,' Gomez gushed about the singer-songwriter

In an Instagram post reflecting on her birthday celebration, Gomez wrote: "As I prepare to celebrate my 33rd birthday, I can't help but reflect on the incredible journey that has brought me here... This past year has truly been the most beautiful year of my life, and I owe so much of that to all of you." We couldn't agree more, Selena!

FUTURE IS BRIGHT

As Gomez looks forward to her next chapter, she thanks her followers for their unwavering support. With Taylor Swift by her side, we can't wait to see what the future holds for this dynamic duo.

Gomez said she was in awe 'just hearing her say those little thoughts and just listening to it'; seen in January 2025

Sources: TheScholarlyNote.com

She said Swift played her the song around the time they were dating two of the Jonas Brothers. Gomez dated Nick Jonas (left) on and off for two years from 2008 to 2010 while Swift dated Joe Jonas (center) for four months; (L-R) Nick, Joe and Kevin Jonas seen in 2008

Gomez said that after their respective breakups with the two of the Jonas Brothers they were dating, her and Swift became close friends; Swift seen with Joe in 2008

Swift recently helped Gomez celebrate her 33rd birthday with a glamorous disco-themed party

On the same day as the podcast episode's release, the actress also revealed she had traveled to New York City and got a new tattoo there. In an Instagram Story post, the singer showed off a dainty 'Rare' inkling, written in cursive, on the right side of her neck