Global music icon Taylor Swift has officially announced her engagement to football star Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs, following approximately two years of dating. The couple, both aged 35, shared the exciting news on Tuesday via a joint post on Instagram, humorously captioned: "Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married." The heartfelt post features enchanting images, including Kelce kneeling in a picturesque garden while Swift showcases her stunning engagement ring.
While the exact details surrounding the proposal—including the date and location—remain undisclosed, the post is accompanied by Swift's new song "So High School" from her latest album, The Tortured Poets Department. This track is widely speculated to reflect the couple’s romantic journey, further highlighted by its lyrics that emphasize their complementary personalities: “You know how to ball, I know Aristotle.”
This joyful announcement comes just two weeks after Swift revealed the release of her highly anticipated album, The Life of a Showgirl. Additionally, the timing is notable as it arrives less than ten days before the kick-off of the 2025-26 NFL season, which adds to the excitement surrounding the couple.
Swift and Kelce began their relationship in the latter half of 2023, following Kelce's candid remarks on his podcast, "New Heights," which he co-hosts with his brother Jason. He shared that he had attended one of Swift's concerts in Kansas City, Missouri, and expressed disappointment at not being able to meet her. "I was a little butt-hurt I didn't get to hand her one of the bracelets I made for her," Kelce recounted in July 2023. He humorously added that he wanted to give Swift one of the bracelets with his number on it.
In the months that followed, Swift was frequently spotted at Chiefs games, marking the beginning of a series of public appearances that delighted both Swifties and football aficionados. Kelce also made surprise appearances during Swift’s concerts, further solidifying their relationship in the public eye. In a December 2023 interview with Time, where she was named Person of the Year, Swift reflected on how their romance began: "This all started when Travis very adorably put me on blast on his podcast, which I thought was metal as hell."
The couple's relationship has not only captivated fans but has also significantly influenced NFL viewership among women. Swift elaborated on the nature of their public relationship, stating, "When you say a relationship is public, that means I'm going to see him do what he loves; we're showing up for each other." She contrasted this with the effort it takes to keep a relationship private, emphasizing their pride in one another.
Known for her heartfelt and relatable love songs, Swift has long had a reputation for crafting romantic anthems. One of her earliest hits, "Love Story," has become a timeless engagement favorite, featuring the iconic lines: "He knelt to the ground and pulled out a ring / And said, Marry me, Juliet." Now, nearly 17 years after the release of that classic, it is Swift herself who is joyfully saying yes.
