Taylor Swift, the pop sensation, showed her unwavering support for her close friends, Emma Stone and Margaret Qualley, by gracing the premiere of their latest film, Poor Things, at the DGA Theatre in New York City on Wednesday, December 6. The stylish singer looked radiant as she channeled her iconic Reputation era, sporting an all-black ensemble that included a Charlotte Simone faux fur coat, a long black dress, and matching heels. She added a touch of glamour with soft face-framing curls and a bold red lip.
Stone, 35, and Qualley, 29, looked equally stunning for their big night, with Stone dazzling in a yellow floor-length gown paired with a diamond-encrusted flower choker, and Qualley exuding effortless chic in a loose-fitting sheer black gown and matching pumps. The trio’s friendship has only grown stronger over the years, with Swift bonding with Qualley after the actress began dating Swift’s longtime collaborator Jack Antonoff in 2021. Swift and Stone first crossed paths at the 2008 Young Hollywood Awards, and their close bond has endured ever since.
The enduring friendship between Swift and Stone has been a subject of fascination for fans and entertainment publications alike. The pair first connected when Stone listened to Swift’s music and reached out to her. Swift, on the other hand, has often spoken about the importance of having trustworthy friends like Stone and Selena Gomez, noting that their friendship has remained unchanged despite significant changes in their lives.
As a testament to their enduring bond, Stone showcased her support by attending Swift’s Eras Tour in Glendale, Arizona in March, proving herself to be a dedicated fan and a true friend. Swift reciprocated the support by teasing never-before-heard songs on her upcoming re-release of Reputation, adding to the excitement surrounding her highly anticipated new music.
Interestingly, fans have speculated that Swift may have drawn inspiration from Stone’s past romances for her music, with some suggesting that a vault track on the re-release of her album Speak Now, titled “When Emma Falls in Love,” may be about Stone’s real-life relationship with ex Kieran Culkin. When asked about the song at the Poor Things premiere, Stone coyly replied, “You would have to ask her,” teasing a potential connection between the song and her own experiences.
The premiere of Poor Things also served as an opportunity for Swift to drop hints about her upcoming projects, particularly the much-anticipated Reputation (Taylor’s Version). With her recent accolade as Time’s 2023 Person of the Year, Swift has continued to stoke the excitement surrounding her music, promising fans that the re-release will feature never-before-heard songs that are sure to be “fire.”
In an interview for her cover piece in Time, Swift described Reputation (Taylor’s Version) as a “goth-punk moment of female rage at being gaslit by an entire social structure,” dispelling any misconceptions about the themes of her album. With the anticipation building for the release of Reputation (Taylor’s Version), fans are eagerly awaiting the singer’s next move and the potential Easter eggs she may drop during her public appearances.
As Swift continues to captivate audiences with her music and expand her list of accomplishments, her enduring friendships with Stone and Qualley serve as a testament to the power of genuine connections in Hollywood. With the premiere of Poor Things marking yet another memorable moment for the trio, fans can look forward to seeing more of their heartwarming friendship in the years to come.
