Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement has been one of the most talked-about celebrity stories of 2025. While fans celebrated the romantic milestone, an insider has now revealed that even some of the couple’s closest friends were not immediately aware of the news.
According to sportscaster Charissa Thompson, who has long supported the relationship alongside fellow broadcaster Erin Andrews, she only found out about the engagement in an unexpected way. Speaking to People Magazine, Thompson admitted that she was “off the grid” when Kelce popped the question to Swift on August 26.
Charissa Thompson shares how she learned the news
Thompson explained that she was away at her ranch when the news broke, without her phone constantly in hand. “I was at my ranch. I have a ranch where I rescue animals. I don't normally have my phone with me all the time when I'm up there,” she shared.
Despite being disconnected, the news eventually reached her in a serendipitous moment. “I happened to be in the kitchen and Erin [Andrews] and I were texting about it because we found out at the same time,” Thompson revealed.
Her comments highlight that even those who played a role in Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s journey to love were not given advance notice, making the engagement feel like a surprise not only for fans but also for close friends.
Longtime supporters of the couple
Thompson and Andrews have been vocal supporters of Swift and Kelce’s relationship from the very beginning. The pair previously claimed to be “responsible” for bringing the two together after publicly advocating for Kelce on their podcast, following his admission on New Heights about not getting the chance to meet Taylor Swift during her Eras Tour.
For Thompson, the engagement news felt like the natural culmination of the love story she and Andrews had always hoped for.
“So it was sort of apropos that we've obviously always advocated and hoped that they would fall in love and live happily ever after. And it actually happened!” she said.
A love story with support from friends and fans
While the couple’s engagement may not have been broadcast to all their friends in advance, the reaction from Thompson shows the genuine excitement shared by those close to them. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s romance, once championed by friends, has now blossomed into a lifelong commitment — one that continues to capture global attention.