Once upon a time, Kylie Jenner and Selena Gomez were the kinds of celebrity friends who shared festival selfies and red carpet-moments. But their friendship has seen eyebrow drama, social media shade, and a beauty empire rivalry over the years.
Back in 2014, Kylie and Selena were spotted hanging out at Coachella, sharing photos that screamed BFF goals. However, things took a turn when Selena unfollowed both Kylie and Kendall Jenner on Instagram shortly after the festival. Reports suggested that Selena felt the Jenner sisters were getting too close to her then-on-again, off-again boyfriend, Justin Bieber.
Met Gala Reunion: 2018
Fast-forward to 2018, and the duo reunited at the Met Gala, posing together for photos that reignited hopes of a rekindled friendship. It seemed like the past was behind them, at least for the cameras.
Eyebrow-Gate: 2023
In early 2023, a new drama unfolded. Selena posted a TikTok joking about over-laminating her eyebrows. Shortly after, Kylie shared a close-up of her brows with the caption, "This was an accident?" followed by a screenshot of a FaceTime call with Hailey Bieber, focusing on their eyebrows. Fans speculated that this was a subtle dig at Selena.
Kylie quickly shut down the rumors, commenting, "This is reaching. No shade towards Selena ever and I didn't see her eyebrow posts! You guys are making something out of nothing. This is silly." Selena responded, "Agreed @kyliejenner. It's all unnecessary. I'm a fan of Kylie!"
Beauty Brand Battles
Beyond personal dynamics, the two have become titans in the beauty industry. Selena's Rare Beauty, launched in 2020, has been praised for its inclusive products and mental health initiatives. Meanwhile, Kylie's Kylie Cosmetics, once a trailblazer in the influencer beauty space, has faced increased competition.
Recent Social Media Moves
In a surprising twist, Kylie recently reposted a fan's video showcasing her latest fragrance in front of a Rare Beauty display. While some interpreted this as a subtle nod to Selena, others saw it as a potential olive branch, suggesting that past tensions might be easing.
A Complicated Relationship
Kylie Jenner and Selena Gomez's relationship has been a rollercoaster of friendship, rumored feuds, and professional competition. Recent interactions hint at a more amicable phase, while they've had their ups and downs. Whether this marks a new chapter in their relationship or just a momentary pause in the drama remains to be seen.