Global pop icon Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce are officially engaged, the couple announced Tuesday through a joint Instagram post that sent fans worldwide into celebration.
The five-photo post, captioned “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married” with a dynamite emoji, confirmed the engagement after nearly two years of a highly publicized romance that has captivated Swift’s loyal fanbase and NFL followers alike.
Kelce, a Kansas City Chiefs tight end and three-time Super Bowl champion, was already a household name in football, but his relationship with Swift brought him to a new level of global attention. From Swift cheering at Chiefs games to Kelce supporting her during her Eras Tour, their love story has been closely followed since 2023.
While some had speculated the relationship was a publicity stunt, their engagement silenced doubts, highlighted by a ring said to rival the size of Kelce’s Super Bowl jewelry. Details of the proposal have not yet been disclosed, and representatives for the couple did not immediately comment.
The announcement comes just weeks after Swift revealed her upcoming album, “The Life of a Showgirl,” set for release on Oct. 3, with Kelce and his brother Jason helping her promote it on their podcast.
News of the engagement quickly spread across sports and entertainment worlds. Chiefs teammate Mike Danna called it “a blessing” and promised a playful engagement gift, while Brittany Mahomes, wife of quarterback Patrick Mahomes, shared her excitement online. The NFL itself congratulated the couple on X, albeit after briefly tagging the wrong Swift account.
Kelce’s parents also welcomed the news, with his father, Ed Kelce, telling reporters: “She’s very good for him. They truly deserve each other.”
Swift and Kelce’s relationship has even been chronicled in ESPN’s new six-part documentary “The Kingdom,” underscoring the cultural and sporting impact of their romance.