Taylor Swift’s famous friend group might be about to get a surprising new addition: none other than Grey’s Anatomy star Ellen Pompeo. What started out as Taylor just being a big fan—she even named one of her cats after Ellen’s character, Meredith Grey—is now turning into a real friendship. Sources say these two are getting closer, and Ellen could become an important new figure in Taylor’s life, especially as some longtime friendships shift.
An insider told Life & Style, “Ellen really adores Taylor, and Taylor feels the same way.” Even though there’s about a 20-year age gap and their lives are pretty different—Taylor’s busy breaking records with her music and Ellen’s moved on from her long-running TV show to focus on activism—they’ve found plenty to connect over. “Taylor doesn’t care about age when it comes to friendship. Just look at how close she is with Hugh Jackman,” the source explained. “If she clicks with someone, she wants them around.”
Their connection actually goes back several years. Taylor’s love for Grey’s Anatomy was well known—remember when she named her cat Meredith Grey? Plus, Ellen even popped up in Taylor’s epic “Bad Blood” music video back in 2015. What was once pure admiration has blossomed into real respect and comfort between them. “Taylor was so excited when they first met,” the insider said, “but now they’re more like equals, comfortable and real with each other.”
Even though they work in very different parts of entertainment, Taylor and Ellen share important values. Both are passionate about things like LGBTQ+ rights, encouraging people to vote, and improving healthcare access. Those shared causes have helped their friendship grow stronger.
“They really respect each other,” the source added. “They’re planning to hang out again soon when Taylor’s next in L.A.—probably a low-key dinner with Travis Kelce and Ellen’s husband, Chris Ivery, rather than a big party.”
Taylor’s friend group is usually known for its famous names and glamorous events, but this new friendship feels different. As Taylor mixes her creative collaborations with meaningful mentorship, Ellen Pompeo could become more than just a friend—maybe even a creative partner. “Ellen has tons of experience and has broken barriers in the industry,” the insider said. “Taylor wants that kind of strong, inspiring energy in her life.”