Selena Gomez Ends Rumored Disney Rivalries with One Instagram Story
A whole generation agrees—this moment is pure pop history
In a heartfelt move that resonated with fans, Selena Gomez recently took to Instagram to share a story featuring a photo of Miley Cyrus. She captioned it with the word ‘EVERYTHING’ accompanied by a heart-eyed emoji. This simple yet powerful gesture has been widely interpreted as a public display of admiration and support for her fellow former Disney Channel star, signaling a departure from the rumored rivalries of their early careers.
Gomez and Cyrus, who both rose to fame through Disney Channel shows. Gomez on ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ and Cyrus on ‘Hannah Montana’—were often portrayed as competitors. Both in the media and among fans. Their on-screen characters even had a fictional rivalry, with Gomez guest-starring as Mikayla Skeech, a pop star rival to Cyrus’s Hannah Montana. Speculation about personal tensions was further fueled by their past relationships with Nick Jonas.
However, over the years, both artists have demonstrated mutual respect and support. In 2023, they celebrated the simultaneous release of their singles—Gomez’s ‘Single Soon’ and Cyrus’s ‘Used to Be Young’—by sharing nostalgic clips from their Disney days and expressing excitement for each other’s new music. Gomez also appeared on Cyrus’s Instagram Live series Bright Minded in 2020, where they discussed mental health and personal growth.
selena subiendo un story enamorada de miley me representa tanto🫶🏼 pic.twitter.com/4zeBTcKDCK
— something beautiful🦋 (@milesholy) May 22, 2025
More than Just a Post
The recent Instagram story by Gomez has been embraced by fans as a symbol of maturity and reconciliation. Social media platforms buzzed with excitement, with many expressing hope for a future collaboration between the two artists. This act of public support underscores a broader message of solidarity and empowerment, highlighting how past rivalries can evolve into mutual respect and camaraderie.
In an industry often marked by competition, Gomez’s gesture serves as a reminder of the strength found in unity and the importance of uplifting one another.