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Selena Gomez Praises Bestie Taylor Swift's Unwavering Support
15 Oct
Summary
- Selena Gomez calls Taylor Swift "one of the most brilliant people" she's met
- Swift has provided Gomez with great business advice and been there as a friend
- Gomez says Swift's wisdom, "If you're the smartest person in the room, you're in the wrong room," has stuck with her
Selena Gomez, the 33-year-old founder of Rare Beauty, has found an unwavering ally in her longtime friend Taylor Swift, 35. During the Fortune Most Powerful Women Summit on October 15, 2025, Gomez spoke highly of the "Elizabeth Taylor" singer, calling her "one of the most brilliant people" she's ever met.
Gomez revealed that Swift has been a constant source of support, providing her with great business advice and being there as a friend through the ups and downs. In particular, Gomez shared the words of wisdom passed down from Swift that have stuck with her: "If you're the smartest person in the room, you're in the wrong room." Taking this advice to heart, Gomez said it's the reason she surrounds herself with "really incredible people."
The pair's friendship dates back to 2008 when they were each dating a Jonas brother. Over the nearly 20 years since, they have openly supported each other both personally and professionally, with Gomez even joining Swift onstage during her 2018 Reputation Stadium Tour.
More recently, Swift celebrated Gomez's marriage to Benny Blanco in September 2025, calling the former Disney star the "most elegant, gorgeous" bride she's ever seen. As Gomez continues to navigate her business and personal life, she can count on her best friend Taylor Swift to be there as a constant source of wisdom and support.
