Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift have a love story that feels like something straight out of high school, but in the best way possible. Fans can’t help but swoon over their relationship, wondering if Kelce will pop the question with a ring that’s not one of his Super Bowl championship ones. Let’s rewind and take a trip down memory lane to see how it all began: July 2023 Kelce, a familiar face at Kansas City’s Arrowhead Stadium as a player for the Chiefs, found himself there for a different reason on July 8, 2023 – to watch Swift perform on her “Eras Tour.” Later, he excitedly shared the charming tale on his podcast “New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce,” where he and his brother co-host, revealing how he attempted to score Swift’s phone number by gifting her a Swiftie-style friendship bracelet.
“I was bummed that she doesn’t chat before or after her shows because she has to preserve her voice for the 44 songs she performs,” he shared with the world when his brother Jason inquired about going to the concert. “So, I was a bit disappointed I didn’t have the chance to give her one of the bracelets I personally made for her.” “If you’re familiar with Taylor Swift concerts, there are friendship bracelets involved, and I received several while being there, but I wanted to hand Taylor Swift one with my contact details on it,” Kelce explained. When Jason jokingly asked if his brother meant his jersey number or phone number, the Kansas City tight end playfully replied, “You already know which one.”
In September 2023, Kelce was questioned about his relationship with Swift during an interview with NFL+ host Andrew Siciliano. Despite the curiosity, Kelce refused to discuss his personal life, causing further speculation about their potential romance. However, during an episode of “The Pat McAfee Show,” Kelce revealed that he had asked Swift to attend one of his games.
The football player mentioned that he presented Swift with an invitation, saying, “I’ve seen you crush it on stage at Arrowhead, now you have to come see me perform there.” The football player mentioned that they will wait to see what will happen soon. Swift eventually accepted the invitation and attended the game on September 24, sitting beside his mother, Donna Kelce, in the family suite. Fans of Swift, known as Swifties, went crazy, sparking a frenzy over the pair. In October 2023, the NFL started embracing the couple with nicknames like “Traylor,” “Tayvis,” or “Swelce.” The league’s official social media account shared posts about Swift on October 1 when she supported Kelce and his team alongside her friends like Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds at MetLife Stadium against the New York Jets.
The buzz surrounding Donna Kelce’s son and Taylor Swift was so thrilling that Donna described it as surreal. She compared the experience to stepping into an alternate universe, like breaking through a third wall into a different dimension. Their relationship seemed to be confirmed when they were spotted holding hands in New York City after surprising appearances on “Saturday Night Live.”
A week later, Swift was clearly giving off girlfriend vibes as she and Brittany Mahomes, wife of Kansas City quarterback Patrick Mahomes, displayed their unique handshake during a Chiefs game against the Los Angeles Chargers. It was evident that not only are Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes best friends and teammates, but Swift and Kelce were also a couple when he joined her in Buenos Aires, Argentina, for her “Eras Tour” stop on November 11, 2023.
Not only did Kelce join Swift’s father at the event, she surprised fans by changing the lyrics of her song “Karma” from being about her ex-boyfriend Joe Alwyn to referencing Kelce by singing “Karma is the guy on the Chiefs coming straight home to me.” The moment was made even more romantic when footage captured her running off stage to share a kiss with Kelce, leaving supporters cheering for their love story to continue like the lyrics of Swift’s song “Love Story.” In a later interview with WSJ Magazine, Kelce openly discussed their relationship, solidifying their status as a power couple in the public eye.
“I’ve never been in a relationship with someone who has that kind of presence… I’ve never experienced it before,” Kelce shared with the magazine regarding Swift’s life in the public eye. “But I’m not shying away from any of it… She deals with so much scrutiny and constant attention, yet she just keeps living her life and enjoying it. When she’s so carefree, I can’t be the one acting all weird about it.” December 2023 Kelce wasn’t the only one discussing their relationship openly. Swift was named Time magazine’s “Person of the Year” for 2023 and clarified in an interview that they were already a couple by the time she attended her first football game in September. “We were already together when I went to that game,” she told Time. She also mentioned that they wouldn’t be crazy enough to make their first date a public spectacle like that. It all makes sense. January 2024 Not only did Kelce and Swift share a sweet kiss as they welcomed the new year, but she also met his brother Jason for the first time.
During the Chiefs’ playoff game against the Buffalo Bills, the former Philadelphia Eagles center, Jason Kelce, and his wife Kylie Kelce spent time with Taylor Swift. Jason Kelce certainly left a lasting impression when he decided to take off his shirt, chug some beer, and jump out of the suite window to mingle with fans. Later on, Jason Kelce and his brother discussed the incident on their podcast. Jason Kelce humorously mentioned how his wife had advised him to behave himself when meeting his brother’s girlfriend for the first time. He reminisced about his own first encounter with Kylie, where he ended up drunk and asleep at a bar, joking that such antics are all part of his unique charm.
In February 2024, love was definitely in the air, not just for Taylor Swift and her boyfriend, but also for his sports fans. Swift’s boyfriend’s team reached the Super Bowl once again, which was a win-win situation for the NFL as Swift’s presence at the games had been increasing ratings. Despite some criticism over the frequent shots of the singer during the games, Mama Kelce was thrilled about the new audience Swift was bringing to the sports world.
“I find it truly incredible how more and more individuals are embracing the NFL. I am a huge fan of sports, especially football, as my sons have been involved in the sport for quite some time,” Donna Kelce shared with CNN previously. “I genuinely believe that it helps bring families together. Sports has a way of creating that bond.” “I’ve received letters, texts, and comments, particularly at the airport, from fathers expressing their delight that their daughters are now showing interest in understanding the game,” she continued. “It’s something they never could have imagined happening before.” Her son Travis and his team, the Chiefs, ended up winning the Super Bowl, marking their third victory in five years and their second consecutive win.
As the story goes, Swift and Kelce wrapped up their triumphant moment by sharing a heartwarming movie-like scene on the field. Kelce, in the midst of celebrating with his mother, called out to Swift, beckoning her to join him for a sweet embrace and a few kisses. Their celebratory antics continued off the field, with Swift poking fun at the idea of partying in a nightclub with her parents in a light-hearted TikTok video. Adding to the excitement, Kelce surprised fans at one of Swift’s concerts in Australia by jetting over to join her for a memorable Sydney tour stop.
In April 2024, Coachella attendees struggled to recall the lineup as all attention shifted to Swift and her beau at the music festival. A widely-shared video featured a lip reader attempting to decipher the couple’s private conversation while they grooved to the beats. The real excitement, however, came when Swift surprised fans with the release of her latest album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” on April 19. Swifties immediately went into detective mode, trying to uncover which songs and lyrics may be about Kelce, her partner. Of particular interest was the track “The Alchemy,” with its clever sports references. Many speculated that the song, which hinted at a passionate attraction to a new love, was inspired by Kelce’s influence on Swift.
“When I come around, I reach out/Call out the beginners and/Exclude them from the crew/Forget the jokes, aim for the top/Honey, I’m the one to surpass,” Swift croons. “Because the mark on your heart/Still seems to belong to me/Who are we to resist destiny?” In May 2024, Kelce showed his unwavering support for Swift and disclosed his favorite era of her music. “I absolutely love ‘1989’,” Kelce shared with “Access Hollywood” during his Kelce Jam music festival. “Although, I might be a bit biased towards ‘The Tortured Poets Department.’ Just a tad.” The couple also shared a romantic getaway in Lake Como, Italy, during Swift’s break from the European leg of her Eras Tour in June 2024. During their time in Europe, Swift shared a selfie featuring Kelce, Prince William, and his two eldest children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, from her London concert, marking their first Instagram-official moment on her profile. Kelce wasn’t just a spectator, though. He made a surprise appearance at her Wembley Stadium show in London, dressed in a top hat and tails for a special moment on stage with Swift. Swift later gushed about the performance, posting, “Still can’t stop laughing/swooning over @killatrav’s debut at the Eras Tour.”
In July 2024, Kelce shared the inside story of his surprise appearance, revealing on his podcast that it was an incredibly enjoyable experience. He described it as a playful and exciting part of the show, and the perfect opportunity for him to let loose, have fun, and energize the crowd for the rest of the event. Kelce emphasized that his primary goal was to ensure he didn’t make any mistakes, stating that the key rule was to safely escort Taylor to the couch without any mishaps. In his mind, he equated the task to not dropping a baby, and he successfully completed the job without any issues, as expected from him.
