Taylor Swift vouches for Dakota Johnson in new Time 100 tribute

• Taylor Swift wrote a tribute for Dakota Johnson’s inclusion in the TIME 100.
• Swift praised the actress for her refreshing honesty and authentic nature.
• The essay highlighted Johnson’s curiosity and commitment to understanding others.
  

Taylor Swift has offered a rare and intimate glimpse into her longstanding friendship with actress Dakota Johnson in a new essay published for "TIME".

The tribute arrives as the "50 Shades of Grey" star is officially listed among "The TIME 100" most influential people of 2026.

Swift, the Grammy-winning artist behind the 2025 album "The Life of a Showgirl", used the platform to vouch for Johnson’s genuine nature and authenticity.

"As her friend, I can vouch for her realness," Swift wrote, noting that the actress remains one of the most empathetic individuals she has ever encountered.

The "Opalite" singer expressed particular admiration for Johnson’s "refreshing honesty in a world of media-trained answers."

Swift observed that Johnson’s serene and frank delivery often leaves the impression that she is incapable of being anything but truthful.

Beyond her candour, the essay highlights Johnson’s "endless curiosity" about the lives of others and her commitment to understanding the complexities of the human experience.

Swift noted that this trait translates directly into Johnson’s professional life, where she continues to explore intricate relationship dynamics in films such as "Materialists" and last year's "Splitsville".

In addition to her on-screen presence, Swift praised Johnson’s willingness to take bold risks behind the camera, specifically mentioning the launch of her production company, TeaTime Pictures.

The essay paints a portrait of an artist who is as inquisitive behind the lens as she is captivating in front of it. While the pair have mostly kept their bond out of the public eye for the past decade, this rare public endorsement underscores the deep mutual respect between the two stars.

Swift concluded that Johnson’s unfailing truthfulness ensures her storytelling remains as "real and timeless" as her own personality.