Taylor Swift news diary: Travis Kelce’s rep sets the record straight on engagement rumors with singer

By Khushali Srivastava
Published on : 05:27 PST, Aug 4, 2024

Travis Kelce’s representative addressed rumors about the NFL player planning to propose Taylor Swift soon (Ezra Shaw/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.

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Taylor Swift honors Simone Biles, Katie Ledecky, and Sha'Carri Richardson in Olympic ad

Taylor Swift has praised Simone Biles (Charles McQuillan/TAS24/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management and Getty Images) — Taylor Swift celebrates Simone Biles, Katie Ledecky, and Sha'Carri Richardson in New Olympics promo (Charles McQuillan/TAS24/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management and Getty Images)

Taylor Swift, amid the buzz of her Eras Tour, has turned her attention to Team USA’s standout athletes from the Paris Olympics—gymnastics legend Simone Biles, swimming champion Katie Ledecky, and sprinting sensation Sha’Carri Richardson. In a new NBC promo video, Swift combines her hit single 'Style' with a heartfelt tribute to these exceptional athletes and their remarkable achievements.

The promo, airing in primetime, features dynamic footage of the athletes' performances and Swift’s powerful message of authenticity and perseverance: “Never be afraid to show them who you are... because there’s no one way to be the best.” The video celebrates the athletes' unique paths to greatness and follows a previous Paris Olympics video narrated by Beyonce, which also highlighted Biles’ journey.

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Taylor Swift fans slam Travis Kelce for sharing stage with Morgan Wallen

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NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - JUNE 05: Morgan Wallen attends the 2019 CMT Music Award at Bridgestone Arena — Swifties fume over Travis Kelce and Morgan Wallen's joint appearance at Arrowhead (Getty Images)

Travis Kelce, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end, faced backlash from Taylor Swift fans after appearing on stage with controversial country star Morgan Wallen during a concert in Kansas City. Wallen, known for past incidents including using racial slurs and throwing a chair off a roof, wore a jersey representing Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker, who recently sparked controversy with his conservative views on gender roles, abortion, and vaccines during a commencement speech.

The concert at Arrowhead Stadium also saw appearances from Kelce's teammates Patrick Mahomes and Chris Jones. Wallen addressed the crowd, urging them to "always stand up for what [they] believe in."

Taylor Swift's new voice memo moves fans to tears

Taylor Swift performs on stage during — Taylor Swift fans express heartache over newly released voice memo (Charles McQuillan/TAS24/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management

Taylor Swift fans have expressed deep emotional responses after the singer dropped a voice memo of her track 'My Boy Only Breaks His Favorite Toys' from 'The Tortured Poets Department'. Released on August 3 for a limited time on her website, the voice memo features Swift discussing the song’s structure and expressing her personal sadness, likely reflecting her state after her breakup with Matty Healy. Fans on X (formerly Twitter) shared their feelings on heartbreak after hearing Swift's poignant remarks and sniffles in the recording, while others noted that she is now in a better place with Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce.

Travis Kelce’s rep denies NFL player's engagement rumors with Taylor Swift

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) — Travis Kelce's rep dismissed rumors that he was planning to propose Taylor Swift (Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Travis Kelce's representative has addressed recent speculation about an imminent engagement to Taylor Swift. Page Six's latest report claimed that Kelce is planning to propose soon, but Kelce's rep has firmly denied any official engagement plans. This follows previous reports from December and May, which also debunked claims of a forthcoming proposal.

Sources have reiterated that while Kelce values his relationship with Swift, he has no immediate plans for engagement and considers marriage a serious commitment that requires thoughtful consideration. The couple, who recently marked their one-year anniversary, are currently apart due to Kelce's training camp commitments and Swift's ongoing Eras Tour.