Taylor Swift Just Paid Tribute to Elizabeth Taylor and the Estate Is Responding

Taylor Swift dropped a surprise music video for “Elizabeth Taylor” from her new album “Life of a Showgirl” and it’s basically a love letter to Old Hollywood’s most iconic diva. The video, which hit the internet on Tuesday, is dripping with glamorous references to the late actress—think emeralds, diamonds, and enough drama to make Liz herself proud.

But here’s where it gets interesting: Elizabeth Taylor’s estate actually weighed in on the whole thing. Instead of a cease-and-desist (which, let’s be real, some estates would’ve done), they gave Swift props for celebrating the legend’s legacy. The estate released a statement basically saying they’re here for it and appreciate how respectfully Swift channeled Liz’s larger-than-life persona.

Swift clearly did her homework. The video is packed with nods to Taylor’s most iconic moments—her legendary love affairs, her jewelry collection, her unmatched star power. It’s not just name-dropping for clout; Swift genuinely celebrated what made Elizabeth Taylor the actual queen of Hollywood. Fans are obsessed with the aesthetic, the historical references, and honestly? The fact that the estate blessed it makes it even more legit.

Based on reporting from Page Six.