Travis Kelce had been planning an unforgettable surprise for his girlfriend, Taylor Swift, long before her record-breaking Eras Tour came to a close. The Kansas City Chiefs star knew that after nearly two years of tireless work and monumental success, Swift deserved a celebration as extraordinary as her achievements.
“Travis had this surprise party planned for a while now and it was something he knew he wanted to do,” an insider exclusively told Page Six. “He wanted to throw Taylor a surprise party because she deserved a huge celebration after all the hard work she’s put in.”
The source also revealed that Kelce, 35, was “so proud of her” and thrilled to have pulled off the event without a hitch.
A Historic Tour and a Grand Gesture
Swift’s Eras Tour concluded on December 8 in Vancouver, after spanning five continents and grossing over $2 billion, making it the highest-grossing tour in history. Following this monumental feat, Kelce wanted to ensure the pop superstar felt celebrated not just for her career milestones but also for her December 13 birthday.
To mark both occasions, Kelce organized an intimate birthday dinner for Swift before unveiling the surprise: a wrap party with their closest friends and family.
A Celebration Full of Surprises
Swift’s close friend Ashley Avignone shared that the singer believed she was heading to a quiet dinner but was instead met with an extravagant surprise party. “[Taylor] thought she was going to a small, quiet dinner, but it was actually a giant surprise party with her friends and family, props included,” Avignone revealed.
Guests were asked to channel their favorite Taylor Swift era, with details carefully planned by Kelce.
Friendship bracelets were handed out, and props reminiscent of Swift’s iconic performances were available for attendees. Among the guests were Patrick and Brittany Mahomes, Avignone, and even Kelce’s mother, Donna, who embraced the theme with a maroon ensemble.
Thoughtful Touches and a Personal Gift
Kelce himself added personal touches to the event. He wore the same black tuxedo he donned during his cameo at one of Swift’s London shows and gave a heartfelt speech to honor her. In a nod to one of Swift’s traditions, he presented her with a black fedora, echoing her practice of gifting a lucky fan the hat she wears while performing “22.”
Swift was deeply moved by the surprise. A source told Page Six, “Taylor couldn’t have been more shocked when she saw everyone standing there. It really meant so much to her.”
Engagement Speculation
Following the party, rumors swirled among fans about a possible engagement. Photos from the event showed Swift’s hand noticeably blurred in some images, leading to speculation she might be hiding an engagement ring.
Though neither Kelce nor Swift has addressed the rumors, one thing is clear: Kelce’s surprise party was a grand success, cementing his role not only as Swift’s partner but as her biggest supporter and cheerleader.
