Taylor Swift and NFL player Travis Kelce got engaged on August 26, 2025. The duo shared the news with pictures from the dreamy proposal, which, according to Billboard, Swift’s Instagram post became the most reposted of all time, racking up over 14 million likes in the first hour and 2 million reposts within 24 hours.
Owing to the massive frenzy over the duo’s relationship and the engagement, Swift seems to have chosen to opt for heightened security measures during public events after the tragic shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk on Wednesday while speaking at Utah Valley University. While it left the entire country in shock, many questioned the dangers of increasing gun violence and its threat to high-profile public figures.
As per Tyla, on Sunday, September 14, Taylor Swift attended fiancé Travis Kelce’s game at Arrowhead Stadium, where the Kansas City Chiefs faced off against the Philadelphia Eagles. The Chiefs lost their Super Bowl LIX rematch to the Eagles, and Kelce was seen throwing his helmet in frustration.
Meanwhile, despite the loss, what gained more attention was not the game’s highlights but Taylor Swift’s mysterious arrival to support her beau. Viral footage showed Swift being escorted behind a large, black rolling partition, flanked by security and stadium staff. Fans were surprised to witness the billionaire singer with such strict measures, especially since this game wasn’t her first.
“Taylor walking behind a bulletproof movable wall after what happened to Charlie Kirk can’t be a coincidence,” one user wrote. Another added, “Why now? She’s been to so many games before without anything like this,” wrote one critic. “She’s usually visible and engaging; this just seems off.”
A third one added, “Strangest thing I’ve ever seen,” added another. “If it were really about safety, wouldn’t she just skip the game entirely? Still, some fans quickly pointed out that Taylor Swift has previously used unconventional methods to avoid attention, even during her infamous Eras tours, which are attended by thousands of fans from around the globe.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Make First Public Appearance Since Engagement
Two days after confirming their engagement, Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce were spotted together in Kansas City, attending a college football game alongside Travis’ brother, Jason Kelce. The… pic.twitter.com/zyGMte7Q7O
— J.O. Comms (@jo_comms) August 29, 2025
Furthermore, the Republican’s death sparked mixed reactions as many people said he dug a grave for himself by creating a controversial and sexist image, which made people hate him. He was against abortion, an issue that has had its fair share of debates. He did not shy away from defending and articulating a worldview aligned with Trump and the MAGA movement.
I hope Charlie Kirk survives and becomes an advocate for gun safety. There is NOTHING in the 2nd Amendment that champions the amount of gun violence we are witness to on a daily basis. America is the most violent modern country in the world — with no other country even coming… pic.twitter.com/gLwGYIc8d5
— Bill Madden (@maddenifico) September 10, 2025
He once spoke about gun violence and said, “I think it’s worth it to have a cost of, unfortunately, some gun deaths every single year so that we can have the Second Amendment to protect our other God-given rights. That is a prudent deal. It is rational.” In addition, when Taylor Swift got engaged, Kirk took to his podcast, The Charlie Kirk Show, and he had some strong opinions about the singer.
Kirk had suggested that the marriage could “conservatise” Swift, “Having children changes you. Getting married changes you,” Kirk said. “I hope America’s biggest pop star marrying the pharmaceutical spokesperson [Kelce] ends up conservatising them.” He continued, “Taylor Swift might go from a cat lady to a JD Vance supporter… I think she should reject feminism and submit to her husband. She’s not in charge.” ( via The Guardian).
MAGA host Charlie Kirk on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement:
“Submit to your husband, Taylor. You’re not in charge.”
What you say to him?
pic.twitter.com/2z6pAIwEnc— Lucas Sanders 💙🗳️🌊💪🌈🚺🟧 (@LucasSa56947288) August 26, 2025
This remark from the late politician came after Swift endorsed Kamla Harris last year, and Donald Trump called her “no longer hot” after writing online posts against her. While Swift hasn’t commented on the theories or security measures, speculation remains.
