Selena Gomez’s celebrity friendships weave together Disney co-stars, Hollywood icons, and pop sensations in a story of friendship and stardom.
From heartfelt bonds formed on set to glamorous Hollywood parties, we delve into Gomez’s fascinating relationships with Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus, and others.
Gomez is an extremely busy woman. And when you are that busy and famous, you need to surround yourself with the right people.
Friendships, family, and a romantic partner could all be viable options. Gomez has appeared in photos with some celebrities throughout her career.
As a celebrity, her fans are very interested in who she spends her downtime with, especially if those people are also celebrities. Here are Selena Gomez‘s well-known friends.
Demi Lovato
Gomez and fellow Disney star Demi Lovato were once best friends, though it is difficult to tell now. They grew up in the same town, got their big break in Barney, and rose to stardom at Disney around the same time.
The two stars would frequently post photos of sleepovers at each other’s Texas homes on their MySpace pages, and they even had a YouTube channel where they created short, goofy videos.
we need demi lovato to do k-pop again like im begging pic.twitter.com/dC3BGx8TKS
— HOIX (@violentnympth) February 22, 2024
When they appeared on the Princess Protection Program, they shared behind-the-scenes footage of themselves “finally” working together.
Their friendship deteriorated over time, with some citing Gomez’s other famous relationships. The two had an on-again, off-again friendship for a while, but it appears that this chapter has come to an end.
David Henrie
Gomez rose to prominence after playing Alex Russo in Disney’s Wizards of Waverly Place. She had a close relationship with actor David Henrie, who played her brother on the show.
demi lovato, david henrie, selena gomez and taylor swift with a fan while having dinner pic.twitter.com/wGmobjgmGS
— safe demi + taylor (@DaylorSafe) April 28, 2023
On the Wizards of Waverly Place Pod, Gomez admitted that she isolated herself from her former castmates during a difficult period in her life because she felt “ashamed.” There does not appear to be any bad blood among the cast members, and there is still a lot of love.
Francia Raisa
Gomez’s friendship with actress Francia Raisa has been long and complicated. The two had known each other for years and had a close relationship, though it was less public than some of Gomez’s other friendships.
selena gomez and francia raisa in new photo 😍 pic.twitter.com/wJZj1xCvFR
— H | LOVE ON (@ourselenasg) October 13, 2023
The two share several interests, including religion and a love of dance. A video from 2013 shows Gomez, Raisa, and several other friends dancing to the song “Everybody Knows.”
Camila Cabello
Camila Cabello, a member of Taylor Swift’s notorious “girl squad,” was bound to meet Gomez. They met when Cabello was still a member of the girl group Fifth Harmony, and they appear to have remained in touch over time.
Camila Cabello commented on Selena’s post 💗 pic.twitter.com/QokOfJP6M9
— kush (@13selenaskid) February 15, 2024
While it is unclear how close the two are, Gomez shared photos of them hanging out in the past.
Miley Cyrus
Miley Cyrus, Gomez, and Lovato completed the Disney trifecta. Like Gomez, Cyrus, like Gomez, had her own YouTube channel where she famously mocked both Gomez.
The alleged animosity stemmed from a love triangle centering on Nick Jonas, Cyrus, and Gomez, who have since moved on and have nothing but respect for one another. While hosting SNL, Gomez referred to Cyrus as one of her “oldest friends.”
Something about Miley Cyrus and Selena Gomez in old hollywood aesthetic will do it for me everytime pic.twitter.com/cP3BlJOGva
— jayla the insider (@malibusgomez) February 20, 2024
Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez met during Gomez’s Disney days when both were dating the Jonas Brothers. And, while those romantic relationships have passed, this friendship has endured.
Unlike some of the Only Murders in the Building star’s previous friendships, there were no major public feuds between her and Swift. The Disney friendship is now one of the most iconic Hollywood friendships.
I’ve never seen this picture of taylor and selena before omggg pic.twitter.com/GGtzR3Ckbh
— gigi (@certiffiedcunt) February 21, 2024
They have gone to award shows together, defended each other in the face of scandals or controversies, and raved about each other in interviews.
Gomez told Rolling Stone that Swift is her “only friend” in the entertainment business. While other members of Taylor’s infamous “squad” have changed over the years, Gomez’s presence remains constant.

Carol Cassada
Senior Editor
Old Dominion University
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