Elon Musk uses cryptic emoji in subtle reaction to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Elon Musk has joined the chorus of celebrities weighing in on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement, offering his own understated response as the internet buzzes over the pop superstar and NFL tight end’s big news.

The couple, both 35, announced their engagement on Tuesday, August 26, in a joint Instagram post, writing: “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married.”

The announcement quickly went viral, racking up more than 28 million likes in less than a day.

Elon Musk reacts to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement

Former adviser Katie Miller, who worked with Elon Musk and is now married to Trump aide Stephen Miller, also weighed in on X: “Great day for hard launches,” posting a side-by-side of SpaceX’s Starship liftoff and Kelce and Swift’s engagement.

In response, Elon Musk shared a rocket emoji.

The engagement has sparked congratulations across industries, from Hollywood to politics to professional sports. President Donald Trump offered well-wishes, telling reporters, “I wish them a lot of luck. I think he’s a great player, a great guy. I think that she’s a terrific person, so I wish them a lot of luck.”

The Kansas City Chiefs celebrated the news on X, writing: “Today is a fairytale. Congrats to Travis and Taylor — we're excited to have you as a permanent member of the Chiefs Kingdom family!”

Brittany Mahomes, wife of Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, shared her excitement on Instagram Stories: “Two of the most genuine people meet and fall in love. Just so happy for these two.”

Meanwhile, Swift’s peers in entertainment, from Jennifer Lopez to Simone Biles to Gordon Ramsay, added their congratulations. 

Travis Kelce’s father recalls emotional FaceTime after proposal

Travis Kelce’s father, Ed Kelce, is sharing new details about the heartwarming moment he learned his son had proposed to Taylor Swift.

In an interview with ABC 5 Cleveland, the 74-year-old said Travis orchestrated a quiet, romantic setup before popping the question. “He got her out there, they were about to go out to dinner, and he said, ‘Let’s go out and have a glass of wine,’” Ed recalled. “They got out there, and that’s when he asked her. It was beautiful.”

Ed revealed that the proposal actually happened nearly two weeks before the public announcement. He was at a Philadelphia Eagles practice where his elder son Jason Kelce was assisting when the newly engaged couple called.

“I was at an Eagles public practice — there were 60,000 people there on a Sunday night,” Ed said. “At that practice, I got a FaceTime call from them. As soon as I saw Travis and then Taylor on the screen, I knew exactly what they were going to tell me. And sure enough, they let us know.”

The proud father added that the pair immediately shared the milestone with their loved ones. “They started FaceTiming me, their mother, and her folks to make sure everybody knew,” he said. “To see them together is great.”