Well guys, it finally happened. Taylor Swift’s long-lived fantasy of dating the boy on the football team has finally come true and it’s a full-on technicolor utopia.
Remember in the “You Belong With Me” music video when she was pining over the football star? Well, now she’s “on the bleachers,” just like in her hit song, yet she successfully got the guy in the end. *Cries in “Fearless”.*
Speaking of “Fearless”, remember when Swift sang in her classic 2008 album, “In life, you’ll do things greater than dating the boy on the football team”? Well, it’s clear Swift has done “greater” things, to put it quite mildly.
As one of the top charting artists of all time, the “Gold Rush” songstress has shattered countless records, sold out massive stadium tours, and written some truly incandescent songs that fans across the globe find deep solace in. So if anyone deserves to have that little cherry on top of their already massive sundae of success, it’s Ms. Americana herself.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have been going strong for just over a year now, and it’s undeniable that things between the two are getting pretty serious. So, to honor their classic American high school-esque romance, let’s dive into their exquisitely dishy relationship timeline. We’ll cover everything from how they met up to their whereabouts as of right now.
Here’s everything you need to know about Travis and Taylor’s endlessly fascinating alliance.
Travis Makes Taylor a Friendship Bracelet With His Number On It
@torturedpoets.mp3 tnt >>>>>> 🥹 #taylorswift #traviskelce #erastour #fifteen #tayvis #tayvisedit #tnt #chiefs #nfl #fyp @Taylor Swift @Travis Kelce ♬ son original - Sabri | le chanteur musclé
In an absolutely adorable turn of events, NFL star Travis Kelce decided to woo Taylor Swift by giving her a friendship bracelet… but it turns out “friendship” was the last thing on Kelce’s mind. (He put his phone number on it.)
The football pro planned on giving this wee token of affection to Swift at the end of her Eras Tour performance, in which he asked her bodyguard if he could meet the pop star backstage.
Taylor Rejects Travis At First
@onlytayvis When you know you know.. #tayvis #taylorswift #traviskelce ♬ som original - tayvis 🏹
The pop star demurely declined Kelce’s request, since she’d just belted out 44 songs for millions of her loving fans. Kelce later revealed that Swift is generally drained and doesn’t talk much after a performance because it requires such a massive amount of focus and energy. (Understandable. If we performed even one of her songs in front of millions we’d be tired, too.)
Kelce Opens Up About The “All You Had To Do Was Stay” Singer on “New Heights” Podcast
@backgrid Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were spotted enjoying a romantic dinner date, walking hand-in-hand into Nobu Fifty-Seven in New York City on Saturday night. CREDIT: ©Backgrid #backgrid #taylorswift #traviskelce ♬ Look What You Made Me Do - Taylor Swift
When the football star was chatting about Swift on “New Heights” — the podcast he co-hosts with his brother, Jason — Travis admits that it hurt to be rejected by his ultimate pop star crush. He shares the story with listeners about how he wrote his number into the bracelet, only to have the possibility of giving it to Taylor turned down. (Kelce, of course, was only teasing about being hurt. It’s likely that he completely understands why Swift didn’t want to meet some stranger — albeit a famous stranger — after giving her all to her adoring Swifties.)
The “loml” Singer Gets Wind of Travis Kelce’s Crush
@timwinshoots Hi Taylor @Taylor Swift #TAYLORSWIFT #TRAVISKELCE #COACHELLA ♬ original sound - timwinshoots
The “Cardigan” singer eventually got wind of Kelce’s little tale about his attempt to slip her his phone number. Flattered by the gesture, Swift decided to give it a shot with Kelce.
The NFL Star and Pop Icon Keep Their Romance Under Wraps
@nfl what a moment for travis and taylor ❤️ #taylorswift #traviskelce #kansascitychiefs #micdup #nfl #nflplayoffs ♬ original sound - NFL
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are quite possibly the two most famous people on planet Earth right now. So you’d think they’d be all up in our faces with their romance, right? Wrong! Especially during the early days, Kelce and Swift decided to keep their relationship one huge secret and hide it from the public eye.
Swifties Catch Easter Eggs Galore
Detectives and FBI Agents have got nothing on Swifties, who can spot obscure clues and significant details like nobody’s business. So when the “All Too Well” singer walked out with an iridescent opal — the birthstone of charming Libras everywhere — around her neck, Swifties were swift to connect the dots since Libra is Kelce’s zodiac sign.
Here’s a less subtle clue, NFL sports announcer Ian Eagle dropped a few of Swift’s song titles while discussing Travis’s plays.
Kelce responded to the sports announcer via Instagram by commenting, “well-played… well-played.” What a clear confirmation that was.
And what a truly iconic moment in history when the NFL and the Swiftie universe collided and became one.
Swift is Seen Supporting Kelce at The Chiefs Game
@nfl loving the game ❤️ #taylorswift #nfl #kansascitychiefs ♬ bounce (i just wanna dance) - фрози & joyful
Romance rumors were already brewing when the "Enchanted" singer hung out with Kelce's family, cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs as they played against the Chicago Bears. What an intimate glimpse into that time when Taylor bond with Travis’s closest pals, not to mention his mom — proving how serious she was about making this relationship work.
According to Kelce on the Bussin’ With the Boys podcast, this was the moment when he fell fully for Taylor. He loved that she was so eager to really get to know his friends and family, who are all very important to him.
The Chiefs ended up stealing the win that night — leading Swift and Kelce to celebrate in a one-of-a-kind date night.
The Kansas City Chiefs Player Sells Out Entire Restaurant For Date Night
@tayvisupdate they look so happy im literally crying #taylorswift #traviskelce #taylorandtravis #travisandtaylor #tstherastour #swifttok #tstheerastour #jasonkelce #kyliekelce #eras #erastouramsterdam #erastouramsterdamn2 ♬ So High School - Taylor Swift
Following Kelce’s big win, he scored a big win by having a romantic date night with the biggest pop star on the planet. The NFL star spent thousands renting out a fancy restaurant just for the two of them. According to Kelce, he feels very protective of Swift on their dates — Aww!
Travis Spotted at Eras Tour
@swiftieliza Taylor and Travis honoring each other during Travis' last show 🥺 #taylorswift #taylorswifttraviskelce #traviskelceerastour #taylorandtravis #tayvis #swiftie #erastour #erastourtravis #erastourgelsenkirchen #swiftie #erastoursurprisesongs ♬ The Alchemy - Taylor Swift
Swift isn’t the only cheerleader in this relationship. During a 2023 Eras Tour, fans caught sight of her boyfriend Kelce in the audience. He passionately sang along to every lyric. Talk about a supportive relationship!
Holidays Spent Together
@jisooisntsc4ry They’re in loveeeee #taylorswift #coachella #fyp #traviskelce ♬ original sound - jisooisntsc4ry
In the midst of “Tayvis” cheering each other on during the Eras Tour and Chief Games, the couple has also been seen doing lowkey activities on several occasions. Although they aren’t super open about the details of their love life, we do know from paparazzi snaps galore that they’ve been spending the important holidays together, including Christmas and New Year’s.
On Valentine’s Day of 2024, the two were caught hand in hand while enjoying date night.
The Tortured Poets Department Features Travis Kelce Easter Eggs
@onlytayvis tayvis love language: physical touch ❤️ #tayvis #taylorswift #traviskelce ♬ som original - tayvis 🏹
Although it’s no secret that most of Swift’s songs on TTPD are written about The 1975 singer Matty Healy — and let’s not forget her ex-beau, Joe Alwyn — there are several fantastic tracks about her current man. Fans were quick to point out that songs such as “Just Like High School” and “The Alchemy” are very likely about Kelce, both beautiful songs capture the inherent nostalgia in their relationship.
Anniversary in Amsterdam
@ellie..field this is THE TAYVIS MASHUP #taylorswift #erastour #erastouramsterdam #amsterdamn3 #amsterdamnight3 #erastouramsterdamn3 ♬ original sound - ellie..field
The pair recently celebrated their one-year anniversary in Amsterdam during Swift’s Eras Tour. Swift sweetly serenaded her man all night long. One highlight was a mashup of all her songs that relate to their relationship, including “Mary’s Song,” “So High School,” and “Everything Has Changed.”
Rhode Island Party for Blake Lively’s Birthday
@justaboutstars Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce spotted enjoying romantic reunion at her $17M Rhode Island mansion #traviskelce #taylorswift #taylorswifttraviskelce #traviskelcetaylorswift #rhodeisland #patrickmahomes ♬ Originalton - Just About
Amid all the Blake Lively It Ends With Us drama, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelsey decided to throw the Gossip Girl a 37th Birthday Party at Lively’s Rhode Island mansion. Other attendees at her gorgeous New England getaway include Ryan Reynolds, Gigi Hadid, and Bradly Cooper.
Engagement Rumors Swirl
@yahoosports #TravisKelce looked like a natural on stage with #TaylorSwift 🤩 (via ameliamanca/tt) #ErasTour #era #swiftie ♬ original sound - Yahoo Sports
So, Kelce and Swift have been dating for close to a year now, and there are engagement rumors galore. Since Swift and Kelce seem abso perfect together, is there a chance that he could be the one? Only time will tell.
This Just In . . .
Page Six claims that ESPN anchors were recently debating whether Travis Kelce has recently purchased an engagement ring for Taylor Swift!?!
The subject came up during Tuesday, August 27th “NFL Live” show, host Laura Rutledge mentioned that the Kansas City Chiefs star’s just bought an ownership stake in a 3-year-old racehorse named Swift Delivery.
I may hyperventilate . . .