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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's relationship timeline: From first meeting to engagement


The couple have been dating for the past two years


Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's relationship timeline: From first meeting to engagement© GC Images
Maria LoretoSenior Writer
AUGUST 26, 2025 3:02 PM EDT

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce might be the world's most notorious couple. Following the announcement of their relationship, Swift went on to headline the world's biggest tour, while Kelce managed to win the Super Bowl and qualify for the Super Bowl finals the following year. 

Earlier today, the pair announced their engagement, cementing a two year relationship that has captured the world, inspired many football plays and Swift's Grammy winning songs.

They met through a podcast

Travis Kelce, left, Taylor Swift and Aric Jones react as the Edmonton Oilers and the Florida Panthers play during the first period in Game Four of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final at Amerant Bank Arena on June 12, 2025 in Sunrise, Florida. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)© Getty Images
Kelce caught Swift's attention through a shout out in his podcast

Kelce and Swift met in 2023, due to a shout out in his "New Heights" podcast. In July of that year, Kelce opened up about shooting his shot and missing it while attending Swift's Eras Tour in Kansas City. 

“I was disappointed that she doesn’t talk before or after her shows because she has to save her voice for the 44 songs that she sings. So I was a little butthurt I didn’t get to hand her one of the bracelets I made for her,” said Kelce. “If you’re up on Taylor Swift concerts, there are a friendship bracelets and I received a bunch of them being there, but I wanted to give Taylor Swift one with my number on it."

Swift attends one of his games

Ice Spice, and Blake Lively were in the box with Swift as Super Bowl 2024© Rob Carr
Ice Spice, and Blake Lively were in the box with Swift as Super Bowl 2024

In September of that year, Swift was spotted at one of Kelce's games, sitting next to his mom, Donna. According to sources, that marked the first time Swift met Kelce's mom. Kelce and Swift were seen leaning the stadium together, with her wearing different clothing items for the Kansas City chiefs. 

Kelce discusses relationship with Swift

Jason Kelce and Travis Kelce© Getty
Jason and Travis Kelce host a podcast together called "New Heights"

Following her appearance at his game, Kelce opened up about his personal life, keeping the details to a minimum. 

“I’m enjoying life, and I sure as hell enjoyed this weekend so everything moving forward, I think me talking about sports…will kind of have to be where I keep it,” he said in "New Heights." 

He sent a couple of shoutouts to Swift throughout the episode, unable to keep his excitement in. “Shout-out to Taylor for coming through and seeing me rock the stage," he said.

The pair's first public appearance

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's relationship timeline: From first meeting to engagement© GC Images
The pair have been photographed on public outings plenty of times over the past two years

On October of that year, Swift and Kelce were photographed in New York, shortly after attending "SNL." The pair were seen attending the show's after party, holding hands and managing the extra attention as best as possible. 

“Taylor and Travis were there all night, and they were so smiley, they were so happy,” said a source to PEOPLE, revealing that the pair were out together until 4 AM. “They were so talkative. They were really fun. They talked to every single person in the room that talked to them.”

Swift changes her song lyrics for Kelce

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In her show in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Swift changed the lyrics in her song "Karma," referencing her relationship with Kelce. "Karma is the guy on the Chiefs, coming straight home to me," she sang.

Onlookers recorded the moment Kelce heard the lyrics, covering his face and dancing along to the song. 

Swift and Kelce at the Super Bowl

Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs and kissing his girlfriend, Taylor Swift© Ezra Shaw
Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs and kissing his girlfriend, Taylor Swift

The Kansas City Chiefs ended up winning the 2024 Super Bowl, with Swift making her way down to the field to congratulate Travis. The pair kissed, making for one of the most memorable Super Bowl photos ever.

Matching outfits at the US Open

One of Swift and Kelce's most memorable dates was their attendance at the US Open, where they wore matching outfits. Kelce made fashion headlines with his Gucci bucket hat.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce at the 2024 US Open© Getty Images
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce at the 2024 US Open

They're engaged

After two years of dating, Swift and Kelce are getting married. The couple shared news of their engagement today, sharing photos of the special moment and of Swift's stunning engagement ring. "Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married," she captioned the post. 

Taylor shared photos of their romantic photoshoot, including a close-up of the stunning engagement ring.© TaylorSwift/Instagram
Taylor shared photos of their romantic photoshoot, including a close-up of the stunning engagement ring.

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