Taylor Swift news diary: Pop star's cryptic song at Eras Tour fuels engagement rumors with Travis Kelce

The song 'Paper Rings', which includes lyrics 'I like shiny things, but I'd marry you with paper rings', has led fans to believe it hints at an engagement
UPDATED JUL 26, 2024
Fans are speculating about Taylor Swift and her rumored engagement to NFL star Travis Kelce following a recent performance at her Eras Tour in Gelsenkirchen, Germany (Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
Fans are speculating about Taylor Swift and her rumored engagement to NFL star Travis Kelce following a recent performance at her Eras Tour in Gelsenkirchen, Germany (Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Welcome to our daily Taylor Swift news diary, your go-to source for the latest updates and insights into the world of one of today's most influential and celebrated artists.

Delve into Taylor Swift's dynamic career, public appearances, and the buzz within the entertainment industry as we provide you with a bite-sized overview of the happenings in the life of this multi-talented and ever-evolving artist.

Travis Kelce's buddies believe he's changed since being with Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce
Travis Kelce's friends believe the NFL star has changed since dating Taylor Swift (Getty Images)

Travis Kelce's friends believe the NFL star has changed since dating Taylor Swift, becoming less humble and more indulgent in luxury.

According to friends, the Kansas City Chiefs player has transformed after meeting pop superstar Taylor Swift, embracing a lifestyle of private jets, designer suits, and high-end grooming. This shift has reportedly distanced Kelce from his former, more humble self, causing concern among his close circle.

The couple, who have been dating for nearly a year, first met during Swift's Eras Tour stop in Kansas City in the summer of 2023. Kelce even joined Swift on stage in London recently, marking his stage debut.

READ MORE: Travis Kelce's pals think he was 'much more humble’ before dating Taylor Swift but claim he has ‘changed’

Taylor Swift hails 'Deadpool & Wolverine' as Hugh Jackman's best work

Taylor Swift praised Ryan Reynolds for his work in 'Deadpool &Wolverine' (@taylorswift/Instagram)
Taylor Swift praised Ryan Reynolds for his work in 'Deadpool &Wolverine' (@taylorswift/Instagram)

Taylor Swift shared an emotional message celebrating her friend Hugh Jackman's performance in 'Deadpool & Wolverine', calling it the best work of his life.

On July 26, Taylor Swift took to Instagram to express her admiration for Hugh Jackman's latest film, 'Deadpool & Wolverine'. Posting a photo with Jackman and co-star Ryan Reynolds, Swift praised Jackman's dedication, describing how he poured his heart and soul into the project.

Swift's heartfelt message highlighted her deep admiration for Jackman, calling the film "an actual joy portal" and encouraging fans to buy tickets for what she described as an "unspeakably awesome" movie.

Reynolds reposted Swift's post to his own Instagram Stories, writing, "Omg, this may have just killed @thehughjackman," to which Jackman agreed by adding a '100' emoji to his repost.

READ MORE: Hugh Jackman deeply moved as Taylor Swift hails 'Deadpool & Wolverine' as 'best work of his life'

Taylor Swift sparks engagement rumors with Travis Kelce during Eras Tour

Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs celebrates with Taylor Swift after a 17-10 victory against the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC Championship Game at M&T Bank Stadium on January 28, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
Fans are buzzing with speculation that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce might be secretly engaged (Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Rumors are swirling about a possible secret engagement between Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce after Swift performed a "cryptic" song during her Eras Tour.

The rumors started after Swift played a surprise mashup of 'Stay, Stay, Stay' and 'Paper Rings' during her Eras Tour performance in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, on July 19.

The song 'Paper Rings', which includes lyrics like "I like shiny things, but I'd marry you with paper rings," has led fans to believe it hints at an engagement. Although originally written during Swift's relationship with her ex-boyfriend Joe Alwyn, the timing of the performance has fans convinced it signifies her current relationship with Kelce, which began in July 2023 when he attended her concert at Arrowhead Stadium.

READ MORE: Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift said to be 'secretly engaged' after she plays 'cryptic' song at Eras Tour

Taylor Swift raves about Ryan Reynolds' 'Deadpool & Wolverine'

Taylor Swift appreciated Ryan Reynolds' hard work for his latest flick 'Deadpool & Wolverine' (Getty Images)
Taylor Swift appreciated Ryan Reynolds' hard work for his latest flick 'Deadpool & Wolverine' (Getty Images)

Taylor Swift took to Instagram Stories on July 25 to celebrate Ryan Reynolds' latest film, 'Deadpool & Wolverine'.

Sharing a photo with Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, Blake Lively, and director Shawn Levy, Swift praised Reynolds for his dedication to the project, calling it "the best work of his life" and describing the film as a "joy portal" and "wild escape from reality." She also playfully referenced the well-known dynamic between Reynolds and Jackman, joking about their photo together with a touch of humor.

READ MORE: 'Joy portal': Taylor Swift praises Ryan Reynolds-starrer 'Deadpool & Wolverine' as actor's 'best work'

Taylor Swift’s old friend Abigail Berard announces pregnancy using Swift's lyrics

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Abigail Anderson Berard, a longtime friend of Taylor Swift, announced her pregnancy using lyrics from Swift's song 'But Daddy I Love Him' as the caption for her Instagram post (@abigail_lauren/Instagram, Getty Images)

On July 24, Abigail Anderson Berard, a longtime friend of Taylor Swift, announced her pregnancy using lyrics from Swift's song 'But Daddy I Love Him' as the caption for her Instagram post.

The photo featured Berard flaunting her baby bump and snacking on Cheez, with a blue heart emoji in her husband Charles Berard's comment hinting at the baby's gender. Taylor Swift and close friend Blake Lively both congratulated Abigail on social media, with Swift humorously noting the post's alignment with the term "MOTHER."

Swift was a bridesmaid at Abigail’s wedding in 2017.

READ MORE: Taylor Swift's high school friend Abigail Berard announces pregnancy with 'But Daddy I Love Him' lyrics

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