Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce dominated headlines throughout 2025 as their relationship continued to blend pop culture and professional football in ways rarely seen before. From championship celebrations and Super Bowl heartbreak to surprise performances, podcast appearances, and an engagement that broke the internet, the year marked a defining chapter for the singer and the Kansas City Chiefs tight end. Here’s a look back at their most talked-about moments of 2025.
Taylor Swift Supports Travis Kelce During Playoff Run and Super Bowl
Swift was front and center during Kelce’s postseason journey with the Kansas City Chiefs. On Jan. 26, the Chiefs defeated the Buffalo Bills 32-29 to secure the AFC Championship and a trip to Super Bowl LIX.
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After the win, Swift joined Kelce on the field as red and yellow confetti filled the stadium, with the couple celebrating with a kiss.
Swift attended Super Bowl LIX on Feb. 9 alongside Ice Spice, Ashley Avignone, and the Haim sisters. As the Philadelphia Eagles jumped out to an early lead, cameras caught Swift anxiously watching from her suite.
One NFL commentator noted she “hasn’t had much to cheer about” as the Chiefs struggled. Philadelphia went on to defeat Kansas City 40-22.
A source later told Page Six that Swift remained proud of Kelce despite the loss. “Taylor knows Travis took this loss very hard but she couldn’t be more proud of him regardless of the outcome,” the insider said.
Private Getaways and Low-Key Date Nights
Following the Super Bowl, Swift and Kelce stepped out of the spotlight for a private international getaway. A source told Page Six the couple “had a really nice time reconnecting after a very busy year,” though the destination was not disclosed.
They were next spotted together on March 15 during a discreet date night in New York City. The couple reportedly entered Del Frisco’s Grille at Brookfield Place through a back entrance around 7:30 p.m. and stayed for several hours before leaving close to 11 p.m., keeping the outing intentionally low-key.
Taylor Swift Embraces Travis Kelce’s Tight End University and Makes Red Carpet Debut
In June, Swift surprised guests at Tight End University, the annual event co-founded by Kelce. She took the stage at Brooklyn Bowl alongside Kane Brown to perform “Shake It Off,” marking her first live performance in six months since wrapping the Eras Tour.
After the performance, Swift dedicated the song to the players in attendance. “I dedicated this to our favorite players who are going to play and these are the tight ends,” she told the crowd.
Ahead of her performance, Swift and Kelce made their first red carpet appearance as a couple during the event’s opening night celebration. The pair arrived hand in hand and posed for photos with George Kittle, Greg Olsen, and their spouses, quickly going viral.
Instagram Milestones and Podcast Takeover
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Kelce gave fans a rare look into their private life in July, sharing a carousel of photos from their offseason travels. “Had some adventures this offseason, kept it 💯,” he wrote. The post included images from ski trips and warm-weather getaways, marking the first time either publicly shared such personal moments.
Swift broke the internet in August when she unexpectedly joined Travis and his brother Jason on their podcast, “New Heights.” She used the episode to announce her 12th studio album, “The Life of a Showgirl,” and to share rare details about her relationship with the Kelce family. The album arrived in October and became her biggest release yet.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Engagement Announcement and Proposal Details
Later that month, Swift and Kelce announced their engagement via a joint Instagram post featuring intimate photos from the proposal. “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married 🧨,” Swift wrote, sending social media into a frenzy.
Swift later shared details of the proposal during an Oct. 6 appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.” She revealed Kelce proposed after filming her “New Heights” episode, using blackout drapes to hide a secret garden setup in his backyard.
“So basically, I think for Travis, the podcast was just sort of a distraction,” Swift said. “He was top secret about this.”
Christmas at Arrowhead and Retirement Questions
Swift spent Christmas Day at Arrowhead Stadium as Kelce played the Chiefs’ final home game of the season against the Denver Broncos. Swift arrived with her parents, wearing a red lip and a matching bomber jacket.
Kelce was visibly emotional during the national anthem, as fans speculate it could have been his final game at Arrowhead amid retirement rumors.
In November, he said, “I’ll let that be a decision I’ll make with my family, friends, the Chiefs organization when the time comes.”
In an extended interview ahead of the Broncos game, he told Prime Video, “I think I’m still searching for those answers,” adding, “I know when it’s over, it’s over.”
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