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How Did Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Really Meet? The Surprising Story You Didn’t Know

In July 2023, Travis Kelce made a friendship bracelet with his number at Taylor Swift’s concert but never gave it to her. After sharing the story on his podcast, Taylor heard about it and was impressed. Her family nudged her, leading to secret texts and a private first date that sparked their relationship.

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Published by Reha Vohra
Last updated: August 27, 2025 10:44:36 IST

So, how did Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce meet? The story is honestly pretty charming and feels like something you’d see in a movie, but with way more heart and a bit of awkwardness.

How Travis Kelce’s Friendship Bracelet Caught Taylor Swift’s Attention

It all started in July 2023 when Travis Kelce went to one of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour concerts in Kansas City.Travis decided to get creative and wanted to do something that might actually make an impact. He made a friendship bracelet, and put his phone number on it hoping to give it to Taylor.

A grown man making a friendship bracelet for Taylor Swift. It’s kind of funny but also incredibly sweet. The problem was he never actually got to hand the bracelet to her. He was left a little bummed about that and later admitted on his podcast that he was “a little butt-hurt” about missing the chance.

The Podcast Moment That Changed Everything

Then, just a few weeks later, Travis shared the story on his podcast. That’s when Taylor heard about it and thought it was “metal as hell.” She was impressed by how straightforward he is and that story somehow sparked something between them.

From there, Taylor’s inner circle, even her family or close friends, started nudging her. Travis even said that Taylor’s cousins were taking pictures outside his locker like they were on a mission. Even the Chiefs’ coach, Andy Reid, reportedly gave Travis a thumbs up. So, it wasn’t just Travis’s move but a whole little behind-the-scenes push to bring them together.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Secret Texts and First Date

Eventually, Taylor reached out to Travis with a text. They went on a secret dinner date in New York City. It wasn’t the date with camera flashes on their faces, just two people getting to know each other. On that first date, Taylor asked Travis about the Super Bowl game between the Chiefs and the Eagles. The thing was she mixed up football terms and positions, which left Travis a little speechless. He had to explain how the game actually worked. It was awkward and adorable all at once considering how she trying to make an effort on trying to know him better

They kept things private for a while. By September 2023, Taylor showed up at a Chiefs game, and it was clear they were a couple, but they never made a big public announcement. They just quietly built something real.

Their story is funny, sweet, and completely human. A friendship bracelet, a little matchmaking, and a first date filled with genuine curiosity.

Also Read: When Are Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Getting Married? Wedding Plans, Rumours And What’s Next

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