LONDON – US singer-songwriter Taylor Swift and National Football League (NFL) star Travis Kelce were married in a private ceremony at New York’s Madison Square Garden on Friday, ending months of speculation surrounding their relationship.
The couple exchanged vows during an intimate ceremony attended by family members, close friends and several high-profile figures from the entertainment and sports industries.
According to Swift’s publicist, Tree Paine, the ceremony was officiated by actor Adam Sandler. Instead of traditional bridesmaids and groomsmen, Swift’s brother Austin Swift served as her man of honour, while Kelce’s brother Jason Kelce was his best man.
Swift wore a Christian Dior Haute Couture gown paired with Christian Louboutin shoes and Cartier jewellery, while Kelce also opted for Dior for the occasion.
The wedding was held under tight security, with reports indicating that guests were required to sign non-disclosure agreements and refrain from carrying mobile phones inside the venue.
Among those reported to have attended were Gigi Hadid, Bradley Cooper, Hugh Grant, Dakota Johnson, Camila Cabello and Benson Boone.
Ahead of the ceremony, fans gathered outside Madison Square Garden, singing Swift’s songs and hoping to catch a glimpse of the couple and their guests. However, heavy rain and thunderstorms later dispersed much of the crowd.
According to media reports, the celebrations began with a rehearsal dinner on Thursday evening, followed by cocktails and a reception on Friday. Stevie Nicks and Tim McGraw reportedly performed during the festivities, while Ed Sheeran was also rumoured to have made an appearance.
Swift’s spokesperson also said the couple donated $26 million to charities across the United States, including organisations in New York and Kansas City, to mark the occasion.
The marriage follows Swift and Kelce’s engagement, which the singer announced in August 2025. Swift is a 14-time Grammy Award winner and recently released her album The Life of a Showgirl, while Kelce is preparing for his 14th NFL season with the Kansas City Chiefs.
