Taylor Swift made a high-profile appearance at Super Bowl LIX to cheer on her boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs’ star tight end Travis Kelce, as they took on the Philadelphia Eagles. While the global pop icon was greeted with cheers upon arrival, not all responses were positive. During a break in the first quarter, the stadium jumbotron displayed her image, prompting boos from sections of the pro-Eagles crowd.
Sitting beside rapper Ice Spice, Swift seemed to acknowledge the reaction with a subtle side-eye and a slight wrinkle of her nose.
A Love Story: Swift and Kelce’s Journey
Swift and Kelce have been a prominent sports-and-entertainment power couple since early last season. Their romance gained attention after Kelce attempted to gift Swift a friendship bracelet at her concert in Arrowhead Stadium but was unsuccessful. Later, Swift attended one of his games, sparking widespread media coverage of their relationship.
Throughout the Chiefs’ campaign for back-to-back Super Bowl victories, Swift was often seen supporting Kelce, including celebrating their AFC Championship win in Baltimore.
Swift’s Super Bowl Weekend
Despite her packed Eras Tour schedule, Swift made the trip to Las Vegas for last year’s Super Bowl after performing in Tokyo. During that event, she was spotted enjoying the game with celebrity friends, participating in a beer-chugging contest, and celebrating on the field after the Chiefs' dramatic 25-22 win over the 49ers.
This year, her journey to Super Bowl LIX was a bit more relaxed. She arrived in New Orleans in time for a Friday night double date with Kelce, Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, and his wife, Brittany Mahomes, at Lilette, a French restaurant. On Saturday, she dined with musicians Danielle and Alana Haim at Gianna Restaurant.
Mixed Reactions at the Super Bowl
While Swift’s presence was widely anticipated, not all fans in the stadium welcomed her warmly. The heavily pro-Eagles crowd inside the Superdome booed when the jumbotron focused on her during the game. However, she remained composed, subtly acknowledging the reaction.
Kelce’s Future in the NFL
As the Chiefs aimed for an unprecedented Super Bowl three-peat, questions loomed about Kelce’s future. The 35-year-old tight end has been noncommittal about returning next season, and some within the Chiefs organization are preparing for his potential retirement. Kelce has already begun laying the groundwork for his post-football career, expanding his successful podcast with his brother, retired Eagles center Jason Kelce, and making appearances on television shows like “Saturday Night Live.”
With Swift by his side, Kelce’s next steps—both on and off the field—will be closely watched by fans and media alike.