The pair started seeing each other back in 2015, which marked the beginning of a partnership that both have addressed from time to time in interviews. Their comments throughout the years have given fans a glimpse into a relationship built on mutual respect, shared humor, and a deep sense of understanding.
Last year, Paulson, known for her standout work in the American Horror Story franchise, talked about what she believed was the ‘secret’ to their lasting connection during an episode of the SmartLess podcast. Now, Taylor has shared even more insight after Paulson received her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame this week. The event offered a moment for Taylor to speak not only about their relationship but also about her admiration for Paulson’s talent.
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Taylor added even more depth to her praise, continuing with: “Nothing interferes with her laser perception of her character’s traits, its habitat, vulnerabilities, its heroism, its ugliness, terrible truths, its comic pathos. She zeros in to a story’s central struggle, where most of us aren’t even aware of our own.” Her words painted a vivid picture of how closely she watches and appreciates Paulson’s work as an artist.
“Her acting is as honest as a vow of faith and as complicated as chemistry,” she continued. “She’s not deceiving us—she is practicing magic, a hat trick in flesh and blood.”
The L-Word actress went on to commend her partner’s strong ‘commitment to truth’ on screen. Her speech felt both tender and admiring, showing how deeply she values Paulson’s approach to storytelling and performance.
While sharing these personal reflections, Taylor also brought up broader parts of their life, touching on Paulson’s close-knit friendships and her love for her extended family. It gave a fuller sense of who Paulson is beyond her work and how she navigates relationships with steady care.
Calling her partner ‘dedicated and giving’, Taylor closed her moving tribute with: “Sometimes it’s hard to believe she’s an actress. She breaks the mould, throws assumptions out the window, does it her way. She will always surprise us. Hollywood does well to honour her.” The ending added a sentimental note that matched the tone of the entire speech.
