Travis attended Taylor Swift’s Eras tour concert on July 7 at Kansas City’s Arrowhead Stadium. He was seen in a private box, enjoying the show and exchanging friendship bracelets with other fans.
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Travis shared that he attempted to pass his phone number to Taylor during her concert in Kansas City but didn’t succeed. “At Taylor Swift’s concerts, friendship bracelets are quite popular. I collected several while I was there, but I wanted to give Taylor one with my number on it,” he mentioned in the July 26 episode of his podcast, “New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce,” which he hosts with his brother, Philadelphia Eagles player, Jason Kelce.
He expressed his disappointment, saying, “I was saddened that she doesn’t engage in conversation before or after her shows to preserve her voice for performing 44 songs,” reflecting on not having the chance to meet her.
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Travis’s older brother, Jason, humorously commented on rumors about Travis and Taylor getting acquainted. During a September 20 appearance on DeCamara & Ritchie on Audacy’s SportsRadio 94 WIP, he was questioned about Travis’ dating life and replied, “It’s challenging to answer because I’m not well-informed about Travis’ romantic interests. I prefer to respect his privacy and not delve into that aspect of his life.”
He added, "However, I believe they’re doing wonderfully and that everything is completely accurate. I hope this situation progresses significantly," before jokingly admitting, "Actually, I have no idea what's happening."
Travis shared that he invited Taylor out in a uniquely star-studded manner. On The Pat McAfee Show on September 23, he didn’t confirm if they had met face-to-face but mentioned he had told Taylor, "I've seen you perform at Arrowhead [Stadium]. You should come watch me take the stage there and see which performance is more exciting."
Taylor swiftly accepted Travis's invitation. She watched the game at Arrowhead Stadium on September 24 from a box with his mother, Donna Kelce, as the Chiefs crushed the Chicago Bears 41-10. Throughout the game, the "Blank Space" artist was frequently shown on camera, sporting a Chiefs jacket and enthusiastically reacting to Travis's touchdown.
After the game, Taylor and Travis exited Arrowhead Stadium together, with a fan capturing their first close walk on video. The two then climbed into his vintage convertible and reportedly headed to a restaurant to join his teammates for a victory celebration.
Photos of the couple showing public displays of affection were seen on September 27, revealing Taylor and Travis getting close at a post-game party. The Grammy Award winner was seen sitting on the NFL player's lap, her arms draped around his neck.
Travis shared his experience of having Taylor attend his game and meet with his friends and family on the September 27 episode of the “New Heights Show” podcast.
“I appreciate Taylor for coming by. That was quite bold,” he remarked about the singer. “Everyone in the suite, including friends and family, had nothing but positive remarks about her. She was stunning, and everyone spoke of her in a glowing way.”
“The slow-motion chest bumps, the high fives with my mom, and seeing Chiefs fans thrilled about her presence were absolutely hilarious, and it was a game I'll never forget, without a doubt. Then we just quietly left in the getaway car at the end,” he added, giving a nod to Taylor’s popular song “Getaway Car.”
As the Chiefs played against the New York Jets in East Rutherford, New Jersey, for the Sunday Night Football game on October 1, Taylor was once more watching Travis in action from a skybox at MetLife Stadium.
As the game neared its conclusion, the “Cruel Summer” singer was spotted leaning toward Blake Lively and appearing to comment, “Look at him,” as she watched Travis celebrate from the field after the Chiefs' victory.
Earlier in the day, Travis was seen leaving Taylor’s apartment in New York City in her black Range Rover, and he was photographed arriving at his team’s hotel in Weehawken, New Jersey, hours before the game.
After fans were thrilled by Taylor's appearances at two Kansas City Chiefs games, it seems she and Travis opted to be more private about their relationship.
According to a source who spoke with Us Weekly, the Grammy winner reportedly flew to his home state on October 6 to celebrate Travis's birthday with him.
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Taylor and Travis were seen hand in hand as they made their way to the Saturday Night Live afterparty after Travis unexpectedly appeared on the show. An insider shared exclusively with Life & Style that the duo “genuinely seemed to be enjoying one another’s company” at the gathering and were “kissing frequently throughout the evening.”
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Taylor turned out to be a lucky charm for the Chiefs, as she attended their fourth game and witnessed the team’s victory over the Los Angeles Chargers at Arrowhead Stadium, marking their undefeated streak when she is present. The “Karma” artist supported Travis from a suite, sporting a red Chiefs sweatshirt. Behind the scenes, when someone referred to Travis as “Taylor Swift’s boyfriend,” he joyfully raised his fist in the air.
Before leaving the stadium, Taylor and Travis took a photo with his teammate, Mecole Hardman Jr., and his girlfriend, Chariah Gordon. In one photo, the Grammy winner lovingly kissed the NFL star on the cheek while he smiled widely with happiness.
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Taylor traveled to Argentina with her Eras tour during the weekend of November 11. With Travis having a bye week from football, he flew south to offer her support.
As he enjoyed the performance from the VIP tent alongside Taylor's father, she acknowledged him by altering the lyrics to her song “Karma” while onstage.
Karma is the guy on the Chiefs, coming straight home to me," Taylor sang with a mischievous grin. Meanwhile, Travis, who had been blushing the whole time, awaited backstage to plant a kiss on Taylor following the performance.
After concluding the final performance of her South American leg on November 26, Taylor took a private jet early the next morning from São Paulo, Brazil, to visit Travis in Kansas City, making a brief refueling stop in Tampa, Florida. She arrived in Kansas City around 11 a.m. local time, though the Grammy-winning star hasn't been seen publicly in the area. During the Thanksgiving holiday, Taylor and Travis were apart; she performed her first of three shows at Allianz Parque stadium the day after Thanksgiving, while Travis enjoyed a meal of KFC with friends back home.
Taylor traveled to Green Bay, Wisconsin, to support Travis as the Chiefs played against the Packers on Sunday Night Football. Although she and her friend Brittany Mahomes had some celebratory moments during the match, the defending Super Bowl champions experienced a surprising defeat with a score of 27-19. This marked the first game that Taylor attended where the Chiefs lost, as they had won the previous four games she witnessed.
In a cover story interview following her recognition as Time's Person of the Year, Taylor clarified the timeline of her relationship with Travis, revealing that they were already a couple when she went to her first Chiefs game back in September. "This all started when Travis very adorably called me out on his podcast, which I thought was incredibly cool," she explained to the publication.
Shortly afterward, we began spending time together. I'm thankful that we had quite a bit of time to ourselves before anyone knew, as it allowed us to really understand one another. By the time I attended that initial game, we were already a couple. Some folks might believe they witnessed our first date at that game. However, we would never be so bold as to make our first date such a public affair.
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Taylor supported Travis by wearing a classic Chiefs sweatshirt during his game against the Buffalo Bills on December 10. After the Chiefs were defeated 20-17, Travis and Taylor left Arrowhead Stadium together, looking somber.
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Travis returned to the game on New Year’s Eve, competing against the Cincinnati Bengals. The Chiefs not only emerged victorious, but Travis also spent the day with Taylor. “The atmosphere on New Year’s Eve was amazing,” Travis mentioned to his brother, Jason, on their “New Heights” podcast three days afterward.
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At the start of the new year, Travis confessed to feeling the pressure to make Valentine’s Day special this year, especially since his girlfriend is Taylor Swift.
“Whether you’re experiencing the Valentine’s Day pressure like Jason and I, or trying to discover the perfect gift for your loved one, Etsy is the ultimate site for that personal touch,” he shared while advertising on his podcast.
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Fans of "Traylor" enjoyed abundant content after the Kansas City Chiefs secured the AFC Championship win. Following the game, Taylor joined Travis on the field, and the couple shared a hug as his team advanced to the 2024 Super Bowl.
Travis was overheard inquiring his girlfriend about her thoughts on the game and where her seat was located, while it appeared that Taylor expressed her love for him.
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Travis denied speculation about his intention to propose to Taylor Swift if he and the Chiefs emerged victorious in Super Bowl LVIII. During a press conference on February 5, 2024, he addressed the rumors.
“My mind is completely set on winning this ring,” Travis shared with the media, indicating his focus on the Super Bowl championship ring.
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Taylor experienced her first Super Bowl in an intense atmosphere as the Chiefs faced a tough match against the San Francisco 49ers. The singer was deeply engaged, often biting her nails in anxious moments. Although trailing most of the game, the Chiefs made a dramatic comeback in the closing seconds, securing the victory. Naturally, Taylor joined Travis on the field to celebrate their exciting triumph.
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Following the Chiefs' Super Bowl 2024 triumph, the couple celebrated with his team at XS Nightclub at Wynn Las Vegas. Taylor and Travis shared joyful moments, singing along to a dance remix of her song “Love Story” by DJ Marshmello and exchanging kisses.
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One of Travis' coaches shared that before Taylor made her public appearance at Arrowhead Stadium on September 24, 2023, she had been quietly attending his games.
"Initially, she attended in secret, entering the stadiums unnoticed until the cameras eventually highlighted her presence," disclosed Dave Merritt, the Chiefs’ defensive backs coach, on the "The Sports Shop With Reese and K-Mac" podcast. He refrained from mentioning the specific games Taylor attended incognito.
Travis was present at Accor Stadium in Sydney, Australia, to witness Taylor's performance. While he watched from the VIP tent, she performed "Karma" with a twist, singing, "Karma is a guy on the Chiefs, coming straight home to me." Taylor also gestured toward Travis when singing the line "That’s my man" during "Willow."
The day before, the couple visited the Sydney Zoo, getting close to Australian wildlife while holding hands and sharing kisses.
Fans were thrilled with more charming content when Travis traveled to see the Grammy-winning artist perform. He was seen dancing in the crowd and later shared an embrace with Taylor as she came off stage.
Taylor Swift released her 11th studio album, "The Tortured Poets Department," sparking speculation among fans that the songs "The Alchemy" and "So High School" were inspired by her relationship with Travis.
The Alchemy" features numerous sports and football elements, with Taylor singing, "When I reach the end zone, call out the novices and dismiss them from the team," and "Beer clinging to the floor, cheers echoed because they claimed, 'There was no hope of becoming the best in the league.' Where's the prize? He just rushes over to me."
In “So High School,” she captures the excitement of a budding romance, singing, "I feel so young every time I gaze at you, but look at you." A clear nod to Travis is found in the line, "You're a pro, while I know the wise Aristotle."
Michael Owens/Getty Images captured the couple at Patrick Mahomes’ 15 and Mahomies Foundation Golf Classic gala in Las Vegas. Travis was seen affectionately holding Taylor, and referred to her as his "significant other" as he auctioned tickets to one of her fall 2024 U.S. Eras tour events.
Kevin Mazur/TAS24/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management documented Travis enjoying Taylor's final night of four sold-out performances in Paris, France, as she began the European portion of her Eras tour. Before performing "The Alchemy" as a surprise song, she told the audience, "Can you believe this is our 87th show?" which coincides with Travis's jersey number. The song is thought to be inspired by her romance with Travis.
During her 1989 segment, Taylor sported a gold top and red miniskirt, seemingly a nod to the Chiefs' colors.
Reflecting on the concert during the May 15 episode of his "New Heights" podcast, Travis told his brother Jason Kelce, "It was an enjoyable and fantastic experience at Taylor's show."
He elaborated, "Her updated version of the Eras tour is a must-see. It includes the new Tortured Poets Department set, several of those songs are part of the new performance, bringing new sections, lighting, and choreography to the fantastic show. I highly recommend everyone go see it. It's truly astonishing.
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Travis and Taylor journeyed from Paris to Lake Como, Italy, for an enchanting three-day retreat before her upcoming tour performance in Sweden.
Initially, the pair was seen sharing intimate moments during a walk around town. Later, they were captured enjoying a secluded candlelit dinner for two outside the $21,000-per-night Villa Sola Cabiati, which they had booked for their visit. On May 15, paparazzi photographed Travis and Taylor on a boat ride across the lake, capturing moments of them photographing each other on the boat and sharing kisses.
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During the second annual Kelce Jam, Travis disclosed his top three favorite Taylor songs of all time. “‘Blank Space,’ ‘[The] Alchemy,’ and ‘So High School,’” he shared with The Schmo.
Both “The Alchemy” and “So High School” are tracks from Taylor’s newest album, The Tortured Poets Department, and are believed to be inspired by her boyfriend. The lyrics allude to football while describing the experience of falling in love with someone new.
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The couple enjoyed Lake Como so thoroughly that they are reportedly exploring the idea of purchasing a home in the area. Travis was "captivated" by the locale and "enchanted by its beauty and ambiance," a source revealed to The Sun.
"They also dedicated some time to explore real estate options, as many celebrities own homes there," the insider continued to the outlet. "They enjoy simple pleasures, relaxing, and spending quiet days together at home, making this location an ideal spot for them if one decides to acquire a property there.
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After nearly a month apart, Taylor and Travis reconnected in London, where she performed three consecutive sold-out concerts at Wembley Stadium. Travis, accompanied by his brother, Jason Kelce, and Jason’s wife, Kylie Kelce, attended the first two shows of the weekend. He was spotted dancing in the VIP area, enjoying the event with his family and other famous personalities.
After the June 21 performance, Taylor officially revealed their relationship on Instagram by sharing a selfie with Travis alongside Prince William, Prince George, and Princess Charlotte.
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At the final Wembley show, Travis transitioned from the VIP section to the stage. The professional athlete joined his girlfriend during The Tortured Poets Department segment of her show. Dressed like her dancers, he participated in a skit that preceded Taylor's performance of “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart.” His role involved carrying Taylor across the stage and setting her up for the next part of the performance while she playfully resisted.
After the show, Taylor expressed her delight on Instagram, saying, "I'm still laughing and swooning over @killatrav's debut on the Eras Tour."
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Taylor sported a stylish denim ensemble while supporting Travis during the Kansas City Chiefs' opening game of the 2024-2025 NFL season at Arrowhead Stadium.
The performer rejoiced over her boyfriend's significant victory alongside other WAGs in an exclusive box, and departed the event hand in hand with Travis.
A few days afterward, the couple gained widespread attention during the U.S. Open when they enthusiastically enjoyed the 2003 hit “I Believe In a Thing Called Love” by The Darkness during a break in the match.
In September 2024, Travis accompanied Taylor to New York City to attend the wedding of Karen Elson at Electric Lady Studio. As they departed the ceremony holding hands, Travis ensured Taylor, who was in high heels, got into their car with ease.
At the 2024 MTV Music Video Awards, Taylor publicly acknowledged Travis when she received the Artist of the Year award. Reflecting on the making of the “Fortnight” music video, she shared that Travis made the process enjoyable. “Although the video appears quite somber, it was actually a blast to create,” she noted, mentioning how enthusiastic cheers from Travis added to the experience.
Each endeavor by Travis seems to bring joy, fun, and a sense of wonder. Taylor expressed her gratitude for his contribution to the video shoot, saying it would always be a special memory for her.
On another occasion, Taylor and Travis showed their families' support for their relationship. On November 2, videos emerged of Travis' brother Jason confronting someone who made an offensive remark about Travis dating Taylor, resulting in Jason knocking the person's phone to the ground.
A few days later, Taylor was spotted warmly embracing Jason in their private suite as Travis and the Chiefs faced the Buccaneers.
Taylor and Travis shared their first Thanksgiving since work commitments had interrupted their holiday plans the previous year.
According to People, the pair enjoyed the occasion in Tennessee with Taylor's parents, Scott Swift and Andrea Swift. Travis’ relatives, including Jason, Kylie Kelce, and their three daughters, Wyatt, Elliotte, and Bennett, were present as well.
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Travis surprised Taylor with an Eras-themed 35th birthday celebration, incorporating unique elements from the renowned world tour into the decorations. The professional athlete not only donned the tuxedo he wore during his unexpected appearance in London but also gifted Taylor the last “22” top hat in front of all the attendees.