2017-2022: Kayla Nicole
While Maya Benberry may have been Travis Kelce’s first public romance, his most significant relationship in the spotlight was with model and sports broadcaster Kayla Nicole. Their love story began with some flirtatious back-and-forth before Nicole boldly slid into Kelce’s DMs, kicking off an on-again, off-again romance that lasted several years. The pair often turned heads on red carpets and spoke highly of one another in interviews, showcasing a seemingly strong bond. However, by 2022, they parted ways on amicable terms. Since the split, Nicole has remained largely out of the spotlight—though eagle-eyed fans noted she unfollowed the wife of one of Kelce’s teammates after the latter was spotted spending time with Taylor Swift.
2022: Zuri Hall
Following his split from Kayla Nicole, Travis Kelce was romantically linked to TV host and entertainment correspondent Zuri Hall. Speculation sparked in October 2022 when Zuri was spotted in Kelce’s VIP suite during a Kansas City Chiefs game. The whispers continued for several months, fueling rumors of a budding romance. However, by January 2023, Kelce set the record straight. During an appearance on The Pivot podcast, he declared, “I’m in the free market right now. I’m out there just enjoying life, focused on my profession. Got my feet up outside of football.”
2023–Present: Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce
Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce first sparked romance rumors in 2023 after a playful gesture turned into something more. It all started when Kelce attended one of Swift’s Eras Tour shows in Kansas City and tried to give her a friendship bracelet—complete with his phone number. Though the bracelet didn’t make it to her, fate had other plans. The two were later introduced through mutual friends, and their connection quickly blossomed.
Since then, Kelce has been spotted at Swift’s concerts around the globe, cheering her on from the crowd, while she’s been a regular fixture in the stands at his games. Their mutual support and admiration captured the hearts of fans everywhere. When Taylor was named Time’s 2023 Person of the Year, she publicly acknowledged their relationship, describing it as grounded, joyful, and real.
Today, Taylor and Travis seem stronger than ever—growing together, supporting each other, and possibly even looking toward a future that includes the next big step.
Amid swirling engagement rumors, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are enjoying a rare pause in their otherwise high-octane lives. With Swift having wrapped her record-breaking Eras Tour at the close of 2024 and Kelce coming off a Super Bowl-winning NFL season, the couple is finally taking some well-deserved downtime. According to insiders, they’re using this quiet stretch to travel and reconnect—and it could be the perfect window for Kelce to get down on one knee. One close friend shared that the timing feels right, noting, “They’re completely in sync and ready to take the next step together.”
