Taylor Swift Announces Engagement to NFL Star Kelce
2-Year Romance Culminates…110 Million Likes in Just 1 Hour
Trump Praises “Great Guy, Wonderful Person” in Unusual Praise
Even Took Shots Earlier This Year…Well-Wishes are Gaze-Worthy, ‘[Reporter Yoon Ki-baek from Edaily] U.S. President Donald Trump extended a rare congratulatory message on the engagement news of pop star Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce.’,
‘During a White House cabinet meeting on the 26th (local time), when a reporter asked President Trump for his thoughts on Swift’s engagement, he said, “He’s a very great guy. I think she’s a wonderful person too,” and added, “I wish them all the luck.” The unusual praise from President Trump, who has had tense conflicts with Swift, garnered media attention.’,
‘President Trump’s recent comments are quite unusual when compared to past interactions. During the 2024 election, Swift publicly supported Democratic candidate and Trump’s opponent, former Vice President Kamala Harris, raising her political voice. From then, President Trump labeled Swift as a “symbol of the anti-Trump camp,” continuing his criticism. Given Swift’s massive fan base known as “Swifties,” especially among the younger generation, there was a direct clash with Trump supporters.’,
‘Earlier this year, President Trump also openly targeted Swift. When Swift was captured being booed by some spectators at the Super Bowl where she went to support Kelce, Trump shared the moment on his Truth Social account, sarcastically saying, “MAGA (Make America Great Again) does not forgive.” Given the ongoing “antagonistic relationship,” this engagement congratulation is interpreted as a progressive change.’,
‘Swift announced her engagement directly via Instagram. The photos showed her in a garden setting, accepting Kelce’s proposal, with scenes of them touching faces or hugging, and wearing an engagement ring. In her message, Swift humorously referred to herself as an “English teacher” and Kelce as a “PE teacher,” writing, “Your English teacher and PE teacher are getting married,” delivering the news wittily to her fans. The post garnered over 110 million likes in just one hour, leading to an explosive reaction.’,
‘AP News described the announcement as a “fairy-tale ending to a love story that captivated millions worldwide, particularly the Swifty fan base, over two years.” The New York Times analyzed Kelce’s relationship with Swift as a leap from sports star to global icon, noting the cultural and sports industry impact of their union.’,
‘The couple’s connection began in 2023 when Kelce publicly expressed on his podcast his wish to meet Swift. They went public with their relationship thereafter, with Swift appearing at NFL games to support Kelce and Kelce attending Swift’s concert performances, maintaining public interest. Last year, Swift even flew to Las Vegas from Japan to celebrate Kelce’s Super Bowl victory with a kiss, which went viral worldwide.’,