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Sabrina Carpenter, once a young girl singing Taylor Swift’s songs in her bedroom, now finds herself not only sharing the stage with her idol but also forging a deep and meaningful friendship with her. According to a source close to the pop stars, their bond has grown into one based on mutual respect, support, and creative collaboration, and is far more than a professional relationship. “In a lot of ways, Taylor is a mentor to Sabrina,” the insider shares. “She’s someone she looks up to and really admires, but it goes a lot deeper than that — they’re genuinely friends.”
Their friendship has become a source of guidance for Sabrina, who often turns to Taylor for advice on everything from music to relationships to fashion dilemmas. “They text and talk all the time,” the source adds. “If something upsets Sabrina or she’s dealing with a boy problem, Taylor is one of the first people she calls.”
Sabrina’s journey with Taylor began at a young age. As a 10-year-old, she posted a YouTube cover of Taylor’s song “Picture to Burn,” and by 2017, she had the chance to meet Taylor backstage at one of her concerts. That encounter marked the beginning of their bond, which Sabrina described as feeling like having an older sister. When Taylor invited Sabrina to open for her on the Eras Tour, it was a milestone in Sabrina’s career that she still can’t fully wrap her head around. “It was very much a childhood dream come true,” Sabrina told Who What Wear. “I still probably have not processed it.”
On tour, their connection grew stronger as they spent time together after the shows, having slumber parties and sharing life experiences. “They’d hang out every night after the show, have slumber parties — it really solidified things,” the source explains. Even now, as Sabrina embarks on her own solo tour, Taylor continues to be a source of encouragement and guidance. “She’s like a proud big sister,” the insider says. “Always checking in, always encouraging her.”
The admiration between them is mutual. Sabrina has had the opportunity to perform with Taylor onstage during duets in New Orleans, and their collaborations continue to inspire her. Despite her growing fame, which includes Grammy wins for songs like “Espresso” and Short n’ Sweet, Sabrina remains grounded, never taking her friendship with Taylor for granted. The bond is reciprocal, with Sabrina, despite being ten years younger, offering valuable advice to Taylor at times. “Even though Sabrina is ten years younger, she’s very wise,” the source says. “There are times when Taylor goes to her for advice, too.”
What began as a fan’s dream has evolved into a deep, authentic friendship that transcends the music industry. With Taylor Swift cheering her on and offering her wisdom, Sabrina Carpenter continues to flourish as both an artist and a person. Their relationship is a testament to how mentorship is built on more than just admiration, but also on authenticity, vulnerability, and shared growth — no matter the age difference or level of fame.