Taylor Swift & Karlie Kloss: The Ups And Downs Of Their Celebrity Friendship

Taylor Swift is a true girl's girl. Over the years, the Grammy-winning singer has spoken highly of other women in the entertainment industry, including Beyoncé Knowles and Dakota Johnson. Some of these connections have blossomed into friendships, most notably the hitmaker's famous squad. Swift first got acquainted with Karlie Kloss, a member of the squad, when she gave her a shoutout during a 2012 interview with Vogue. "I love Karlie Kloss. I want to bake cookies with her!" she said at the time, while looking at a photograph of Kloss wearing a dress by designer Prabal Gurung.

Naturally, Kloss responded to Swift's informal invite, tweeting (via The Cut), "Hey @taylorswift13 love the @voguemagazine cover! Your kitchen or mine?" That exchange marked the beginning of a friendship that would fascinate Swifties for years. The duo bonded at fashion events, featured on the cover of Vogue, and even set off on a road trip. Fans later noticed that their friendship had dwindled, with reports suggesting that Kloss was no longer in Swift's squad. On November 8, 2026, "Kaylor" made an appearance at a Kansas City Chiefs game, once again sparking excitement among fans who have kept up with their highs and lows. Here's a trip down the Swift-Kloss lane.

The November 2013 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show was a star-studded affair, featuring appearances by Taylor Swift and her girl squad members, Cara Delevingne, Lily Aldridge, and Karlie Kloss. Swift performed as Aldridge walked the runway, but she also shared a sweet moment with Kloss. As the celebrated singer belted out her smash hit, "I Knew You Were Trouble," Kloss made a hand gesture and briefly stopped in her tracks to dance.

Kloss, who has strutted down the runway multiple times, once told Seventeen that one of her favorite aspects of the show was interacting with A-list celebrities. "There's no other show where you're on stage dancing with Justin Bieber, Rihanna, and Bruno Mars. The energy and excitement is unlike anything else," she said. It was therefore no surprise when Kloss highlighted the endearing moment on X when the show aired in December 2013.

Kloss also had nothing but praise for Swift on the Victoria's Secret pink carpet. "She is [the] sweetest girl, so down-to-earth. I was really pleasantly surprised by how nice and normal she is," the model gushed in an interview with Hollywood Life. The then-21-year-old revealed that they first met at the show and had since evolved to "BFFs." Kloss explained that their hangouts were "normal."

Taylor Swift and Karlie Kloss made their friendship Instagram official in March 2014, during a trip to Big Sur. Kloss posted a series of photos in which she tagged Swift, including one showing their names written in the sand accompanied by a heart symbol. Another shot showed the duo adorably posing together in a selfie, which Kloss captioned (via Instagram), "Adventure of a lifetime with my girl @taylorswift."

Swift, too, took to X to document the moment in a series of tweets that have since been deleted. One photo showed the best friends standing across from each other, surrounded by towering trees with sprawling roots, shrubs, and mist. With their hands on their waists and heads tilted upward, they appeared captivated by the breathtaking scenery. "This forest situation," Swift wrote in the caption (via E!).

The girls' trip included a visit to the beach, flower picking, and exploring the cliffs. It's hard to imagine Swift being behind the wheel, as the "All Too Well" singer revealed in 2014 that she hadn't driven in six years for security reasons. Nevertheless, Kloss was impressed by Swift's skills. "Taylor is a really good driver," she said in their joint interview with Vogue. Eagle-eyed Swifties would eventually spot pictures of the adventure framed and displayed in Swift's home. 

Karlie Kloss and Taylor Swift got ready together for the 2014 Met Gala. Kloss posted a selfie of herself and Swift flaunting their respective red and pink lipstick shades, captioning it (via Instagram), "Pre #MetGala glam party with @taylorswift." The pair appeared on the red carpet afterward in outfits by Oscar de la Renta. Swift looked gorgeous in a floor-sweeping pink gown featuring an oversized bow on the back and an over-the-top train.

Kloss, on the other hand, was absolutely stunning in a gold-textured strapless dress featuring a fitted bodice and a voluminous, floor-length skirt. She elegantly paired the dress with black pointed-toe shoes and matching leather gloves that extended just above her elbows. Of course, Kloss crowned the look with a beautiful jewelry ensemble, featuring a striking necklace and minimalist earrings.

Swift has earned a reputation for throwing some of the best after-parties, and the Met Gala was no exception. Her at-home celebration was attended by several close friends, including James Whiteside, her long-term bestie Selena Gomez, and Kloss. The model couldn't help but rave over the good time they had, telling Page Six, "Taylor threw the best after-party ever. We were all playing pool in our ball gowns and just eating pizza and hanging out like you would at a high school after-party."

Taylor Swift and Karlie Kloss truly cemented their friendship when they appeared together on the cover of Vogue in March 2015. The pair looked absolutely gorgeous in multicolored sequined outfits, with matching wavy hairstyles, subtle makeup, and large translucent earrings in red and green. According to Swift, their friendship had been a long time coming. "People had been telling us for years that we needed to meet," she told the outlet.

The feature showed exclusive photographs of Kloss and Swift visiting Big Sur, including a shot of Swift driving a convertible while a delighted Kloss captured the moment on camera. Fans also got a glimpse of the goofy side of the besties, with Kloss taking a selfie while she and Swift made duck faces. The fashion conversation was inevitable, as they confessed to having similar taste and wore looks by renowned designers such as Vera Wang and Marchesa.

Kloss cherished the opportunity to share the Vogue spotlight. Speaking to "Good Morning America," the model said, "It doesn't get better than that. It was so much fun ... all about girl power in this issue." At the time, Kloss was no stranger to Vogue covers, having graced numerous editions of the magazine since her debut on the cover of Vogue Portugal in 2009. The feature marked Swift's second appearance on the American edition of Vogue.

Taylor Swift has had a strained relationship with Kim Kardashian and her ex-husband, rapper Ye. Kimye's feud with Swift dates all the way back to the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards, when the rapper interrupted Swift's acceptance speech. Swift appeared to have made up with Ye after he apologized multiple times. The pair even shared a hug and struck a pose together at the 2015 Grammy Awards.

However, things took a different turn the following year when Ye released "Famous," a track from his seventh solo studio album, "The Life of Pablo." It featured the lyrics, "I feel like me and Taylor might still have sex / I made that b**** famous," which did not sit well with Swift. A public dispute ensued, with Ye and Kardashian claiming that the rapper had gotten the lyrics approved by Swift beforehand.

Just when fans thought that the drama had died down, Karlie Kloss expressed in an interview with The Sunday Times that Kardashian was a "lovely person." "I think she's been a lovely person to me in the past ... Look, I really don't know her that well," the model said (via Us Weekly). Kloss subsequently defended herself when the news broke, calling out the media for pitting women "against each other" (via E!). She affirmed that her friendship with Swift was rock solid.

Karlie Kloss married Joshua Kushner in October 2018. The lovebirds opted for a low-key Jewish ceremony attended by just 80 guests. "The wedding was intimate and moving. The couple was beaming with happiness," a source who was invited revealed in a conversation with People. An elated Kloss made the announcement on social media, prompting congratulatory messages from numerous celebrities, including Ivanka Trump, who is married to Joshua's brother, Jared Kushner. There have since been signs that Kloss and Trump have a rocky relationship, much like the rumored strain in the model's relationship with Swift at the time.

Reports suggested that the duo had a disagreement because the model exploited the "Blank Space" singer's kindness. Kloss reportedly had an exclusive room at Swift's Tribeca home, which the singer was said to have first purchased in 2014. According to The Post (via Page Six), the model supposedly entertained guests at Swift's residence without permission. "Taylor got upset over something crazy and then she just alienated Karlie," an inside source told the outlet in August 2019. Whatever the case, Swift was noticeably absent from Kloss's wedding, further fueling speculation that their once-close friendship had soured.

Taylor Swift turned 30 in December 2019. The singer celebrated with her famous friends in New York City after taking the stage at Z100's Jingle Ball at Madison Square Garden. Her guest list included singer Halsey and actors Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively, while Karlie Kloss was noticeably absent. In fact, Kloss did not post a birthday message for Swift, as she had often done in the past. "I feel blessed to count you as my friend, sister and partner in crime," one of her Instagram posts read in 2016.

Back in March 2019, Swift had written an essay for Elle titled "30 Things I Learned Before Turning 30." The singer emphasized the importance of tuning out social media chatter, reflected on her changing relationship with body image, and called out society's skewed expectations of aging among women. Swift then addressed her approach to friendships, writing, "In my twenties I found myself surrounded by girls who wanted to be my friend. So I shouted it from the rooftops, posted pictures, and celebrated my newfound acceptance into a sisterhood, without realizing that other people might still feel the way I did when I felt so alone."

She also reflected on how friendships can change over time. When asked what she thought about the singer's sentiments on "Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen," Kloss simply said, "Taylor is incredible, and I feel really lucky to call her a friend. And she's one of the hardest working women, and I loved her essay."

There is no love lost between Taylor Swift and celebrity manager Scooter Braun, at least according to a June 2019 post Swift published on Tumblr. Swift spoke out against Braun, whose acquisition of Big Machine Label Group included the masters to her first six albums. "I learned about Scooter Braun's purchase of my masters as it was announced to the world," Swift wrote. "All I could think about was the incessant, manipulative bullying I've received at his hands for years."

Barely a week before Swift's post, Karlie Kloss and Joshua Kushner had held a second wedding ceremony in Wyoming. The celebrations were star-studded, per usual, with A-listers Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry in attendance (after patching up her alleged "bad blood" with Swift). Most notably, Braun was reportedly among the guests.

Kloss once shared a close professional relationship with Braun, which reportedly began in late 2015. Amid the Braun-Swift drama, fans were upset that Kloss posted numerous photos of herself online instead of publicly speaking up and siding with her friend. In August 2019, Kloss went on vacation with Kushner, Braun, and other friends, further raising suspicions that her friendship with Swift was over.

Being Taylor Swift's friend comes with its perks, especially when it means getting backstage access at her packed concerts. Kloss knows this all too well. In August 2018, she and the "Back to December" songstress met backstage in Nashville during Swift's Reputation Stadium Tour. The model took to Instagram to shower Swift with praise, captioning a selfie: "No one puts on a show like @taylorswift #ReputationTour Nashville was out of this world, I am SO proud of you."

Kloss had reportedly enjoyed her friend's show from the comfort of the VIP section. Things appeared different when Kloss attended Swift's Eras Tour stop in Los Angeles in 2023. Kloss, who was in the company of some friends, watched the show along with the rest of the crowd. The model appeared to be in high spirits as she was filmed interacting with fans and dancing along to Swift's hits, including "Shake it Off," "...Ready For It," and "Don't Blame Me."

According to reports, Kloss did not get the usual VIP treatment. Still, her presence sparked debate among fans online. While some Swifties felt that she shouldn't have been at the concert, others defended her. "Why [is] everyone mad at Karlie Kloss for being in Taylor Swift concert? I used to love their friendship," one person wrote on X. Even fans unfamiliar with the drama caught on, with one asking, "What happened between her and [Tay]?"

Taylor Swift's wedding to Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce remains one of the most publicized private weddings in entertainment history. The sweethearts tied the knot at Madison Square Garden in a ceremony attended by an estimated 1,000 guests. It goes without saying that Hollywood's biggest names showed up. The ceremony was officiated by comedian Adam Sandler, while Travis' brother, Jason Kelce, served as the best man.

The guest list included Swift's longtime friend Ed Sheeran, music legend Paul McCartney, and acclaimed director Steven Spielberg. Swift had previously expressed excitement about planning a large wedding. "I know it's going to be fun to plan," the singer had remarked in an October 2025 interview with "The Graham Norton Show." "I think the only stressful weddings are the ones where you have a small [number of people] ... and you have to evaluate your relationship with them to see if they should be there. I'm not going to do that."

For many Swifties, Karlie Kloss's invitation came as a surprise. Nevertheless, the model showed up in the company of her husband, Joshua Kushner (pictured). Not one to miss out on making a fashion statement, Kloss dazzled in a figure-hugging, strapless gold gown featuring intricate ruching. When asked about Swift and Kelce during a later appearance on "Today," Kloss said, "They're an amazing couple, and I'm so happy for them." 

Taylor Swift's suite at Chiefs games has hosted plenty of famous faces, featuring past appearances by celebrities such as Sabrina Carpenter, Cara Delevingne, and Hugh Jackman. Karlie Kloss's appearance at the Kansas City Chiefs game marked a rare public reunion for the two longtime friends. Of course, Swift's diehard fan base couldn't resist sharing their opinions. Some Swifties revisited lyrics supposedly aimed at Kloss (it is speculated that Swift's song, "It's Time To Go," was written about Kloss). Other supporters were ecstatic to see the dynamic duo reunited.

Some fans also speculated about what Kloss's appearance might mean for Swift's reportedly strained friendship with Blake Lively. The speculation could be closer to the truth ever since Lively hinted that their friendship was over, reportedly by taking a trip on the singer's wedding day. 

Swift and Kloss, on the other hand, were said to have been working on their friendship for some time after they drifted apart. "They're in a good place now, and Taylor inviting Karlie to her wedding was reflective of that," an unnamed source told Page Six. "Taylor genuinely wanted her there for such an important moment in her life." According to the insider, the besties had "moved past what happened."