In a candid interview, veteran actress Holland Taylor has revealed that she and her partner, fellow actress Sarah Paulson, have ruled out the possibility of working together in a film or television project. During an appearance on the US morning show *Today* on 13th October 2026, Taylor explained the couple’s perspective on collaborating creatively, labelling the idea as “creepy”.
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Holland Taylor, 83, was promoting her new Apple TV series *Brothers* when the conversation turned to whether she and Paulson, 51, might ever share the screen. Reflecting on a recent discussion between the pair regarding a specific project—although she declined to disclose details—Taylor remarked, “It seems kind of ew.” Their exchange elicited laughter from the show’s hosts, who further probed for the specifics of the project, but Taylor remained tight-lipped, adding, “I said, ‘Wouldn’t it be creepy?’ She said, ‘Kinda.’ So we don’t really want to.”
The couple, who began dating in 2015 after first crossing paths a decade earlier, expressed that this sentiment isn’t limited to just the unnamed project. Taylor stated, “We don’t think we would ever like the idea.” Despite their hesitance to collaborate on-screen, both actresses maintain a strong support system for each other’s careers and creative projects.
Ahead of the upcoming 2024 Primetime Emmy Awards, where Taylor received a nomination for Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for her role in *The Morning Show*, Paulson showcased her supportive side with a light-hearted joke to *PEOPLE*. “This is the nominee, I’m here with the fan,” she said while brandishing a portable cooling device for her partner. With a playful nod, she added, “Just don’t ever say that I’m not supportive and ready and willing and able, because it’s not about me tonight as you can tell by the fan that I carry.”
Scott Taylor, who had received numerous accolades throughout her career, maintained a sense of playfulness during the interaction, responding to Paulson’s joke with, “You’re my fan carrier.” The Emmy Award for the category ultimately went to Elizabeth Debicki for her role in *The Crown*.
The journey of Taylor and Paulson has been marked by mutual respect and admiration. They first met at a party in 2005, but it took nearly a decade for them to publicly reveal their romantic connection. Taylor first hinted at their relationship during a November 2015 appearance on WNYC’s *Death, Sex & Money* podcast, describing Paulson as her first “deeply committed relationship” with a woman, while noting the age difference. They made their relationship official shortly thereafter.
In her latest role in *Brothers*, Taylor portrays the mother of Matthew McConaughey’s character, who is a fictionalised version of himself, alongside Woody Harrelson. The show plays on the longstanding speculation shared by McConaughey and Harrelson about the possibility of a biological connection between them, a topic they’ve openly discussed in recent years.
For her part, Sarah Paulson has also been making headlines with her recent performance as Aileen Wuornos in *Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story*. Both actresses continue to engage in projects that highlight their individual talents while sustaining a loving and supportive relationship off-screen.
While fans may be left wishing for a collaboration between these two accomplished actresses, Taylor’s recent comments underscore a clear boundary in their professional lives. Their commitment to maintaining separate careers, combined with the affection they share, paints a picture of a modern relationship that prioritises both personal and artistic integrity.