Taylor Swift’s expanding inner circle may be causing ripples in old friendships. According to insiders, Blake Lively isn’t thrilled about Brittany Mahomes’ growing closeness with the pop superstar, and the dynamic has reportedly left the Gossip Girl alum feeling “benched.”
Insider reveals Blake Lively’s real feelings about Taylor Swift’s new friendship
Blake Lively and Taylor Swift were once inseparable, like attending red carpets, hosting cozy girls’ nights, and collaborating creatively. But ever since Kansas City Chiefs star Patrick Mahomes’ wife, Brittany Mahomes, entered Swift’s high-profile NFL world, the actress has reportedly felt pushed out.
“Blake used to be Taylor’s go-to for girls’ nights, glamour, fun — she was the closest confidante,” an insider told ShuterScoop. “Now, Brittany is in all the photos, all the private suites, getting all the attention. Blake is… adjusting.”
Sources say Lively isn’t upset about Taylor’s relationship with fiancé Travis Kelce, but she’s struggling with how publicly Brittany has become part of the singer’s social spotlight. “It’s not toxic — it’s human,” a Hollywood insider said. “Blake has always been the one by Taylor’s side at big events. Suddenly, someone else is sitting in that literal and metaphorical seat.”
Mahomes’ constant presence from NFL games to private dinners has made her one of Swift’s most visible companions this year. “Taylor builds deep friendships — and she has room for everyone,” a source noted. “But Blake liked being the main character in the best-friend storyline.”
Insiders now suggest the tension between the longtime friends runs deeper than just social shifts. Earlier reports claim Taylor Swift and Blake Lively “haven’t spoken in nearly a year,” and that the recent lawsuit involving Lively may have fractured the bond completely.
Taylor Swift is “protecting her peace” and choosing to focus on her relationship with Travis Kelce and her ongoing projects rather than rekindling past friendships. “It’s not a pause. It’s permanent.” There has not been a public comment from the duo on the rumors.
Originally reported by Devanshi Basu on Mandatory.
