Taylor Swift breaks 100-day hiatus to hype Selena Gomez’s album, internet reacts with skepticism

After a 100-day social media hiatus, Taylor Swift made a highly anticipated return to Instagram, and the reason? To support Selena Gomez’s latest album, "I Said I Love You First", which dropped on March 21. However, while some fans appreciated Swift’s gesture, others on the internet were not entirely convinced, sparking a wave of mixed reactions.

Swift took to her Instagram Stories, tagging both Selena Gomez and her fiancé Benny Blanco, with an enthusiastic message:
“@SelenaGomez & @BennyBlanco I LOVE THIS ALBUM SO MUCH OH MY GODDDDDDDDDDDD.”

While the shoutout was intended as an endorsement of Gomez’s latest musical effort, reactions online were polarized. Some fans praised Taylor for being a loyal friend, with one user commenting, “Her breaking her social media drought to support a friend is the definition of a girls’ girl.” Others, however, questioned whether Swift’s reaction was genuine or a damage control move, with another user quipping, “She saw those first-day Spotify streams and had to intervene.”

Adding fuel to the debate, some fans pointed out that Selena Gomez did not publicly support Taylor Swift’s last album, "The Tortured Poets Department", when it was released. A user wrote, “For comparison, Selena didn’t post anything about ‘Tortured Poets’ when it came out, but she’s been supporting artists who openly shade Taylor for clout.”

Despite the online chatter, the bond between Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift remains one of the most enduring friendships in the music industry. The two have been close for over a decade, frequently celebrating each other’s personal and professional milestones. Gomez’s new album, created in collaboration with Benny Blanco, marks another significant moment in her career, featuring 15 songs that delve into themes of love, heartbreak, and personal growth.

While Taylor Swift’s endorsement has certainly reignited discussions about Gomez’s latest project, the mixed fan reactions highlight the complex nature of online fandoms and celebrity relationships. Whether the album finds widespread acclaim or remains divisive, Swift’s return to social media for this particular moment has certainly kept the internet talking.