After a 100-day break from Instagram, Taylor Swift has made a grand return—but not without stirring up some drama. The pop superstar used her comeback to show love for her longtime best friend Selena Gomez while remaining notably silent about her recent fallout with actress Blake Lively.
Taylor Swift’s Instagram Comeback
Swift, 34, reappeared on Instagram on Saturday morning, marking her first post since early December. Her last update had celebrated the final leg of her record-breaking Eras Tour in Vancouver. However, this time, she returned with a different agenda—supporting Selena Gomez’s latest album I Said I Love You First, which was released in collaboration with producer Benny Blanco.
Sharing a link to the newly dropped album, Taylor gushed over it in her Instagram Story, writing:
“@selenagomez & @itsbennyblanco I LOVE THIS ALBUM SO MUCH. OH MY GODDDDDDDDDDDD.”
The post immediately caught fans’ attention, not just for its enthusiasm but also for its timing—coming amidst swirling rumors of tension between Taylor and Blake Lively, one of her previously close friends.
Taylor Swift and Blake Lively’s Fallout
While Taylor Swift is showering Selena with affection, her relationship with Blake Lively appears to be on shaky ground. Reports surfaced in February that Taylor was “pissed” after Blake dragged her into the ongoing legal drama surrounding It Ends With Us, the highly anticipated movie adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel.
Blake, who stars in the film alongside Justin Baldoni, reportedly referenced Taylor in court documents related to a script dispute, suggesting the singer was involved in behind-the-scenes negotiations. However, sources close to Swift denied any involvement, and the singer was particularly upset that her name had been thrown into the controversy. One of the most controversial moments in the legal saga was when Blake allegedly referred to Taylor as a “dragon” in relation to the dispute.
Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift’s Friendship Remains Unshaken
While her relationship with Lively might be on ice, Taylor’s bond with Selena Gomez seems stronger than ever. The two have been best friends for over a decade, having first connected in their Disney Channel and early music days. Over the years, they have openly supported each other, whether through social media love or by attending each other’s major events.
Selena’s album I Said I Love You First has been making waves in the music industry, and Taylor’s public endorsement is likely to boost its visibility even further. The album, which features a mix of heartfelt ballads and upbeat tracks, includes her highly personal lyrics reflecting on love, heartbreak, and self-growth.
Fans React to Taylor’s Return and Ongoing Drama
Swifties wasted no time in dissecting Taylor’s social media activity. Many fans believe her enthusiastic praise for Selena’s work was a subtle way of emphasizing who remains in her inner circle. Others speculated that her silence on Blake Lively speaks volumes about the current state of their friendship.
“Taylor posting about Selena but not Blake? That’s a statement in itself,” one fan tweeted.
Another wrote, “We love a queen who supports real friendships. #TaylorSwift #SelenaGomez.”
Meanwhile, supporters of Blake Lively expressed hope that the longtime friends could reconcile. “Blake and Taylor had such an amazing friendship. It’s sad to see them growing apart,” commented a social media user.
What’s Next for Taylor Swift?
While Taylor has returned to Instagram, it remains to be seen how active she will be moving forward. Fans are also eagerly awaiting new music from her, as the singer is rumored to be working on her next project following the massive success of Midnights and the Eras Tour.
As for her friendship with Blake Lively, only time will tell if the two will mend their rift or continue down separate paths. But one thing is clear—Taylor Swift is making her loyalties known, and for now, Selena Gomez is at the top of that list.
