Elisabeth Moss recently shared a heartfelt moment about one of her longtime dreams coming true when Taylor Swift gave her permission to feature the song “Look What You Made Me Do (Taylor’s Version)” on The Handmaid’s Tale. Moss, who stars in and executive produces the Emmy-winning Hulu drama, revealed that the song was used in Season 6, Episode 9, which aired last month. The track underscores a powerful scene where Moss’s character, June Osborne, leads the Handmaids in a unified stand against the Commanders.
Moss described how she personally reached out to Swift, writing a letter to express how meaningful Swift’s music was to her and the entire cast. She explained that the simple confirmation from Swift was the only feedback she needed, calling it a true honor that the pop icon took the time to read her heartfelt message.
In a conversation with Billboard, Moss said that featuring a Taylor Swift song had been on her wish list for years, and she was glad they waited for the perfect moment to incorporate it. She felt the chosen song was an ideal fit for the scene and the show’s tone. Moss also revealed her personal connection to Swift’s music, identifying herself as a dedicated Swiftie and believing that her fellow cast members shared the same admiration.
Moss’s fandom was on display last year when she attended Swift’s Eras Tour in Toronto alongside her co-star Bradley Whitford and his wife Amy Landecker. They even took a memorable photo with actress Mariska Hargitay during the concert, further cementing Moss’s enthusiasm for Swift’s work. Featuring “Look What You Made Me Do” on The Handmaid’s Tale was not only a creative triumph but also a deeply personal achievement for Moss.