Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce marry at Madison Square Garden in star-studded ceremony
The pop superstar and NFL tight end tied the knot on July 3, with Adam Sandler officiating and a 1,000-strong guest list that included Karlie Kloss and Patrick Mahomes.
The ceremony
On Friday, July 3, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Swift's representative confirmed the union, and screens outside the arena read "JUST&T MARRIED." Adam Sandler officiated the ceremony, offering the couple advice that Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid later shared:
The couple wrote their own vows, reading from golden books for about 20 minutes each. Swift described Kelce as someone she wished she had known in high school, a star athlete who would sit with less popular kids.Kiss every chance you have, every day.
- Celebrities arrive under tight security at Madison Square Garden.
- Swift and Kelce exchange vows; Adam Sandler officiates.
- Paul McCartney and Stevie Nicks perform; bouquet toss.
- Swift's representative confirms marriage; 'JUST&T MARRIED' displayed.
- Kirk Schwabe, a close friend, dies of cancer at age 69.
Guest list surprises
The 1,000-person guest list blended A-list musicians, actors, and athletes. Among the notable attendees were Selena Gomez, Gigi Hadid, Patrick Mahomes, and the Haim sisters. Karlie Kloss, once rumored to have had a rift with Swift, attended in a gold gown, signaling a possible reconciliation. The presence of Steve J. Demetriou, CEO of government contractor Amentum, drew criticism from fans because his company operates an ICE detention center. Blake Lively, a former close friend, did not attend.
Betting markets
Prediction platforms Kalshi and Polymarket saw over $6.3 million in total trading volume on wedding-related contracts. Traders correctly bet on a custom Dior gown (60.5%) and on Jason Kelce serving as best man (94%). Contracts for Madison Square Garden as the venue surged above 80 cents before resolving "Yes." Those who wagered on "no bridesmaids" won, as the couple eschewed a traditional wedding party; Swift's brother Austin served as man of honor.
- Dior gown
- 60.5 %
- Jason Kelce best man
- 94 %
Bouquet toss and reception
At the reception, Paul McCartney and Stevie Nicks performed. Swift tossed her bouquet, and Ashley Smith, sister of Chiefs teammate Trey Smith, caught it. She posted on Instagram, calling it an "Enchanting Love S(T&T)ory." Travis Kelce's mother, Donna, described the event as
magical, man. Magical.
A somber note
The celebration was shadowed by the death of Kirk Schwabe, a close friend of Swift's, who died of cancer at age 69 on the day of the ceremony. Schwabe was described as more than an employee, holding an important place in the singer's history.
