Taylor Swift, the pop superstar and girlfriend of Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, caused quite the stir with fans as she arrived at Highmark Stadium in Buffalo on Sunday, January 21st, 2024 for the divisional round playoff game between the Chiefs and the Bills. As Swift walked into the stadium sporting a red cap and cozy jacket, the stadium erupted in boos, an unexpected response to the arrival of a well-known and beloved figure like Swift. Despite the icy reception, the 34-year-old singer appeared to be in good spirits as she made her way to her seat.
This was not Swift’s first playoff appearance this year – she had also attended the Chiefs’ wild-card win over the Dolphins the previous week in frigid Kansas City. At that game, she “twinned” with pal Brittany Mahomes, the wife of Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, as they donned custom Chiefs jackets made by Kristin Juszczyk, wife of 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk. Swift wore a No. 87 jacket in honor of Kelce, while Brittany sported a No. 15 piece as a nod to her husband, the 28-year-old quarterback.
Swift’s support for the Chiefs is not surprising, considering her relationship with Kelce. The two have been dating since the summer, when Kelce famously put her on blast on his podcast for not giving him his phone number when he attempted to deliver a friendship bracelet to her during her Eras Tour stop in Kansas City. Swift, who had not yet heard about the missed connection, was pleasantly surprised when she found out and the two began to spend more time together, getting to know each other before publicly revealing their relationship.
Taylor Swift booed by Bill’s fans. 😄https://t.co/JPmE7fHKfN
— 🇺🇲 Kat Sprague 🇺🇲 (@KatSprague2) January 21, 2024
As the Chiefs prepare to defend their Super Bowl title, Swift has been a regular presence at their games, both in the regular season and the playoffs. In the wild-card game against the Dolphins, Mahomes had a strong performance with 262 yards, one touchdown, and no turnovers, while Kelce had seven receptions for 71 yards. The Chiefs ended up winning the game 27-24, securing their spot in the divisional round.
At the divisional round game against the Bills, Swift and Kelce were seen holding hands as they exited the stadium, showing their support for each other both on and off the field. While the chilly Buffalo reception may have been unexpected, Swift has proven to be a true fan of the game and a supportive partner to Kelce. As the Chiefs continue their playoff run, fans can expect to see more of Swift in the stands, cheering on her boyfriend and his team.
This is not the first time Swift has been vocal about her love for football and her support for her significant other. In a December interview with Time as part of her Person of the Year cover story, Swift revealed that their relationship began shortly after Kelce mentioned her on his podcast, calling it “metal as hell.” She went on to say that they were able to spend time getting to know each other before going public, and it was during this time that she attended her first Chiefs game.
In addition to her love for football, Swift has also been using her platform to advocate for change in the sports industry. In December 2023, she released a statement on social media calling for fair pay and treatment for players in the National Women’s Soccer League. With her presence at football games and her advocacy for equal treatment in sports, Swift continues to use her influence to make a positive impact in the industry.
NEWS: Taylor Swift has arrived in Buffalo for the #Chiefs, #Bills via her private jet.
She was heavily BOOED by #BillsMafia
😳😳😳
(Via @news4buffalo)
pic.twitter.com/4QdsjDVoM2— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) January 21, 2024
As for Kelce and the Chiefs, they are focused on defending their Super Bowl title and making it to another championship game. With the support of fans like Swift and his own determination, Kelce is determined to lead his team to success. And with his famous girlfriend by his side, there’s no doubt that he will have the support and love of both the Chiefs and Swift throughout the remainder of the playoffs. As for Swift, she will undoubtedly continue to support not only her boyfriend, but all athletes in their pursuit of fairness and equality in sports.
