Be it in jest or admiration, not a single Hollywood night goes by without invoking Taylor Swift's name. Her undeniable influence on Pop culture has made her a staple, even at places where she is not in attendance. Tinseltown's biggest nights have consistently proved the same, the latest being the Primetime Emmy Awards 2024, where she remained a topic of reference, courtesy, of Selena Gomez, and her cheeky joke.

Setting the tone for a lively and entertaining awards night, Selena Gomez brought humor and charm to the Emmy season when she took a jab at Steve Martin and Martin Short with a reference to her best friend. 

As seen in a clip uploaded by The Hollywood Reporter, The ‘Calm Down’ singer poked fun at her fellow anchors, Steve Martin and Martin Short, taking a subtle reference to her friend Taylor Swift during the 2024 Primetime Emmys. "What an honor it was for me to work with two guys who are this far away from being childless cat ladies,” said Selena Gomez in her opening statement. This referenced Swift's well-known love for her three cats, often earning her the "cat lady" label. 

Selena Gomez's comment came while presenting the first award of the night alongside her co-stars, Steve Martin and Martin Short. The trio's banter had the audience in stitches, with Gomez's Swift reference being the cherry on top. Gomez and Swift's friendship remains strong, with the singer often showcasing her sense of humor about Swift's feline fascination.

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The hilarious exchange of pleasantries came after the duo made their record straight of any controversies or fallouts. 

Rumors of a rift between Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift had been on the internet for quite a while, with insiders claiming Gomez felt like an "outsider" among Swift's celebrity friends. The speculation was fueled by the duo's rare public appearances together. However, Gomez swiftly dispelled the rumors, affectionately referring to Swift as her "big sister" in a Vanity Fair interview.

The singer-actress revealed that despite the distance, their bond remains strong. The stars often spend hours discussing their shared guilty pleasure, Vanderpump Rules. This heartfelt confession came as a much-needed refreshing rebuttal to rumors of a feud. By sharing intimate details of their friendship, Selena Gomez put speculation to rest, showcasing the enduring connection between the two stars.

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