Trump, Brittany Mahomes, and NFL Celebrate Swift–Kelce Engagement/ TezzBuzz/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ morning Edition/ Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement drew praise from celebrities, athletes, royalty, and even President Donald Trump. Stars from Brittany Mahomes to tennis champion Iga Swiatek congratulated the couple, while the NFL and sports teams joined the celebrations. Their Instagram announcement has already surpassed 14 million likes.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s long-anticipated engagement is proving to be more than just a personal milestone — it’s a cultural moment attracting cheers from celebrities, athletes, politicians, and even members of British royalty.
The couple, who confirmed their engagement Tuesday via a playful Instagram post reading “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married” alongside five photos, saw their announcement rocket past 14 million likes within hours. The global attention underscored the enormous crossover appeal of their two-year romance, which has captivated Swift’s fans and NFL followers alike.
Among the first to acknowledge the news were the Prince and Princess of Wales, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, and a host of actors including Lea Michele, Nikki Glaser, and Molly Shannon. Author Jenny Han, whose The Summer I Turned Pretty soundtrack leans heavily on Swift’s music, also liked the post.
Other close friends and collaborators — such as singer Sabrina Carpenter, actress Cara Delevingne, and Swift’s longtime confidante Abigail Anderson — amplified the announcement by reposting it in their Instagram stories.
Brittany Mahomes, wife of Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and a frequent companion of Swift at Arrowhead Stadium, shared heartfelt words:
The NFL, which has benefited from the surge in viewership linked to Swift’s presence at games, chimed in with a simple “Congratulations to Travis and Taylor” on X. Even the NHL’s Florida Panthers joined in with a playful quip: “looks like we’re not the only ones getting a ring this year.”
President Donald Trump, who has occasionally criticized Swift in the past, offered unusually warm comments when asked about the engagement during a cabinet meeting.
Tennis star Iga Swiatek, a self-proclaimed Swiftie, reacted shortly after her U.S. Open victory Tuesday. “Obviously she had a lot of boyfriends … hopefully this one will stick forever. Travis seems like a great guy. She seems super happy, so I’m happy for her,” Swiatek said courtside.
Meanwhile, Chiefs defensive end Michael Danna called the news “a blessing” while joking he might gift Swift a box of Pop-Tarts — though not homemade.
Kelce’s own podcast, New Heightswhich he co-hosts with his brother Jason Kelcecelebrated with a lively post: “NEW NEWS!!!!! Congrats to @tkelce and @taylorswift13.”
The overwhelming chorus of congratulations from diverse circles — sports leagues, Hollywood, politics, and even royalty — reflects how Swift and Kelce’s romance has transcended entertainment gossip and become a global pop culture storyline. Their journey, from Kelce’s bracelet attempt at Swift’s 2023 Arrowhead concert to cheering each other on at stadiums worldwide, has been watched by millions.
Now, with an engagement ring to match Kelce’s championship rings, the couple is entering their next chapter with a wave of global well-wishers behind them.
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