As Taylor Swift's relationship with NFL star Travis Kelce continues to make headlines, sources close to the pop icon reveal that she is growing increasingly worried about the potential impact of her boundless fame on their budding romance. Despite Kelce's apparent comfort in the limelight, Swift fears that the constant attention and scrutiny that come with being one of the world's most famous women may prove to be too much for the Kansas City Chiefs tight end.
"She wants a happy ending with Travis," a source told Page Six. "She is worried about jinxing things." The source further explained that Swift's deep care for the relationship has led to her feeling "nervous something will mess things up."
While Kelce has experience with a certain level of celebrity, having hosted his own podcast and even starring in a "Bachelor"-style TV dating show called "Catching Kelce," the source notes that "he has never dated a celeb before, and she is one of the most famous women in the world." The insider added, "Right now he is enjoying everything and she is hoping that it stays like that."
Swift's concerns have only intensified with the release of her latest album, "The Tortured Poets Department," which has sent media coverage of the singer into overdrive. "It's stressful, you feel vulnerable," the source said of Swift's post-release emotions. "It's her most complicated piece of art."
The album's impact has been so significant that Paste, an online magazine, chose to publish an anonymous review of the work, fearing that their writer could face threats of violence similar to those experienced after a review of Swift's previous album, "Lover."
Despite the challenges posed by Swift's unparalleled fame, the couple's relationship has remained strong since they first went public in September 2024, when Swift attended one of Kelce's football games during her worldwide "Eras" tour. The NFL has even embraced Swift's presence, with the league's X handle changing to "NFL (Taylor's Version)" and an Instagram bio noting that the "Chiefs are 2-0 as Swifties" at one point.
The couple's recent getaway to Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, with friends Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper, as revealed by Kelce's mother, Donna, at the QVC Age of Possibility Summit in Las Vegas, has further solidified their bond. Donna also praised Swift's latest album, saying, "I was just very impressed. She is a very talented woman, and I think it is probably her best work."
However, the source speaking to Page Six emphasized that Swift is still grappling with the potential impact of her fame on the relationship. "There's very little oxygen between her life and fame," the source said. "Travis is a peacock, but he has never dated a celeb before, and she is one of the most famous women in the world. Right now he is enjoying everything and she is hoping that is stays like that."
